Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray Breastfeeding

Most health expert recommend six month of exclusive breastfeeding but statics suggest that numbers are not good, almost 95% mothers start breastfeeding but this number drops to 40% in first three month and further it drops to 15% till fifth month. Sometime its due to need of medication usage. Because of these statics its important to provide good information on safety of drugs in breastfeeding so that it can be improved when possible. In this FAQ sheet we will discuss about exposure to Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray.

What is Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray used for?


TOSYMRA is indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults. Limitations of Use: Use only if a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established. If a patient has no response to the first migraine attack treated with TOSYMRA, reconsider the diagnosis before TOSYMRA is administered to treat any subsequent attacks. TOSYMRA is not indicated for the preventive treatment of migraine. TOSYMRA is not indicated for the treatment of cluster headache. TOSYMRA is a serotonin (5-HT1B/1D) receptor agonist (triptan) indicated for the acute treatment of migraine with or without aura in adults (1) Limitations of Use: Use only if a clear diagnosis of migraine has been established (1) Not indicated for the preventative treatment of migraine (1) Not indicated for the treatment of cluster headache (1)

I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?

Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray safe for breastfeeding
Active ingredient in Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray is Sumatriptan and based on our analysis of Sumatriptan it appears that using Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray is safe in breastfeeding. Below is analysis of Sumatriptan while breastfeeding.

Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray Breastfeeding Analsys


Sumatriptan while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 103628-46-2

Until more information on other Triptan-related compounds are available Sumatriptan is thought to be the safest one because of both a low excretion into breast milk and a low gut absorption.

Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray Breastfeeding Analsys - 2


Sumatriptan while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 103628-46-2

BBecause of the low levels of sumatriptan in breastmilk, amounts ingested by the infant are small. It also has poor oral bioavailability, further decreasing infant exposure to the drug. Some authors have suggested that withholding breastfeeding for 8 hours after a single subcutaneous injection would virtually eliminate infant exposure to the drug.[1] The manufacturer recommends withholding breastfeeding for 12 hours after a dose. Withholding breastfeeding might be helpful in extreme cases, such as in the mother of a preterm infant, but sumatriptan would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in most breastfed infants. One anecdotal report of lactation ceasing after a single injection of sumatriptan has not been verified.

Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray and breastfeeding

What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray?

It is always a good idea to keep your healthcare provider or doctor informed about your drug usage during pregnancy and breastfeeding but if you have not informed your doctor about Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray and have used it then do not panic as Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray is mostly safe in breastfeeding and should not cause any harm to your baby.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray, is it safe?

Usage of Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.


If I am using Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray, will my baby need extra monitoring?

No


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Tosymra | Sumatriptan Spray in breastfeeding?

US
National Womens Health and Breastfeeding Helpline: 800-994-9662 (TDD 888-220-5446) 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday

UK
National Breastfeeding Helpline: 0300-100-0212 9.30am to 9.30pm, daily
Association of Breastfeeding Mothers: 0300-330-5453
La Leche League: 0345-120-2918
The Breastfeeding Network supporter line in Bengali and Sylheti: 0300-456-2421
National Childbirth Trust (NCT): 0300-330-0700

Australia
National Breastfeeding Helpline: 1800-686-268 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Canada
Telehealth Ontario for breastfeeding: 1-866-797-0000 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

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