Clobetasol Propionate Ointment while Breastfeeding

What is Clobetasol Propionate Ointment used for?

I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Clobetasol Propionate Ointment. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?

Clobetasol propionate while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 25122-46-7

Topical corticosteroid with a very high strength. At latest update it was not found published data on excretion into breast milk.The small dose and poor absorption into plasma of most topical dermatological preparations make it unlikely any passage of significant amount in the breast milk. If required to treat eczema or dermatitis of the nipple, it should be chosen lower strength steroids, apply it just after finishing the meal to let it be absorbed before the next meal, if necessary remove any excess with a gauze and avoid using it continuously for longer than a week. Steroidal poisoning has occurred in an infant by continuous application of a corticosteroid in the nipple. Avoid applying creams, gels and other products for local application on the nipple that contain paraffin (mineral oil) so that the baby does not absorb it.

Clobetasol propionate while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 25122-41-2

Clobetasol has not been studied during breastfeeding. Since only extensive application of the most potent corticosteroids may cause systemic effects in the mother, it is unlikely that short-term application of topical corticosteroids would pose a risk to the breastfed infant by passage into breastmilk. However, it would be prudent to use the least potent drug on the smallest area of skin possible. It is particularly important to ensure that the infant's skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of skin that have been treated. Only the lower potency corticosteroids should be used on the nipple or areola where the infant could directly ingest the drugs from the skin; clobetasol should be avoided on the nipple.[1] 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] Any topical corticosteroid should be wiped off thoroughly prior to nursing if it is being applied to the breast or nipple area.

I already used Clobetasol Propionate Ointment and meanwhile I breastfed my baby should I be concerned?

I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Clobetasol Propionate Ointment, is it safe?

If I am using Clobetasol Propionate Ointment, will my baby need extra monitoring?

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