Terrasil Anti-fungal Treatment | Clotrimazole 1.0% Ointment while Breastfeeding

What is Terrasil Anti-fungal Treatment | Clotrimazole 1.0% Ointment used for?

Can I continue breastfeeding if I am using Terrasil Anti-fungal Treatment | Clotrimazole 1.0% Ointment? How long does it stays in breast milk?

Clotrimazole while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 23593-75-1

Excretion into breast milk is very unlikely since absorption through skin, vaginal mucosa, and, even intestinal mucosa into plasma is very poor with non-significant plasma levels or below the detection threshold (<10 ng/mL). In addition, because of a high plasma protein binding capacity, excretion into breast milk seems to be less likely. It is used frequently for treatment of Candida infection, either in skin or mouth mucosa, even in newborn and premature infants without observed side-effects. In case of use on the nipple, do it after feeding the baby and cleanse thoroughly the surface before the next one. Do not use creams, gels and other locally applied products that contain paraffin (mineral oil) to prevent absorption by the infant.

Clotrimazole while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 23593-75-1

Because clotrimazole has poor oral bioavailability, it is unlikely to adversely affect the breastfed infant, including topical application to the nipples. It has been used orally in infants with thrush, sometimes successfully after nystatin has failed.[1] Any excess cream or ointment should be removed from the nipples before nursing. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[2]

What if I already have used Terrasil Anti-fungal Treatment | Clotrimazole 1.0% Ointment?

My health care provider has asked me to use Terrasil Anti-fungal Treatment | Clotrimazole 1.0% Ointment, what to do?

If I am using Terrasil Anti-fungal Treatment | Clotrimazole 1.0% Ointment, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Terrasil Anti-fungal Treatment | Clotrimazole 1.0% Ointment in breastfeeding?