Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap 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 Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap.

What is Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap used for?


Treats Acne Dries up acne pimples Helps prevent new acne pimples

Brief: Acne Treatment

I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?

Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap safe for breastfeeding
Active ingredient in Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap is Salicylic acid and based on our analysis of Salicylic acid it appears that using Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap is safe in breastfeeding. Below is analysis of Salicylic acid while breastfeeding.

Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap Breastfeeding Analsys


Salicylic acid while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 69-72-7

It is topically used as a keratolytic, antiseptic, antifungal, dermatological and stomatological agent. At last update no published data on excretion into breast milk were found . Systemic absorption (distribution into the body) depends on the concentration of the product used and the duration of application. Absorption may reach 10 to 25% of the total amount applied on the skin. It is recommended not to use during lactation in large areas of skin or for prolonged periods. Available data on the elimination of Acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin-ASA) in breast milk indicates it is clinically insignificant.No cases have been reported on Reye's syndrome by ASA through the breast milk which is considered very unlikely to occur with isolated and/or small doses used as antithrombotic treatments and anti-abortion measures, even less after application on the skin or topically in the mouth. Do not apply on the breast to prevent ingestion by the infant. If necessary, apply it after the feed and wipe it off thoroughly with water before the next feed.


Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap Breastfeeding Analsys - 2


Salicylic acid while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 69-72-7

No information is available on the clinical use of salicylic acid on the skin during breastfeeding. Because it is unlikely to be appreciably absorbed or appear in breastmilk, it is considered safe to use during breastfeeding.[1] Avoid application to areas of the body that might come in direct contact with the infant's skin or where the drug might be ingested by the infant via licking.



What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap?

Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap is safe in breastfeeding and should not create any health problem for your baby but in case you feel any health issue associated with Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap you should contact your doctor or health care provider. Be it pregnancy or lactation you shall keep your doctor informed.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap, is it safe?

Usage of Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.


If I am using Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap, will my baby need extra monitoring?

No


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Noxzema | Salicyclic Acid Soap 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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