Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment while Breastfeeding
What is Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment used for?
Purpose: Active ingredients Purpose Dimethicone 1%........................Diaper rash cream Zinc Oxide 10%........................Diaper rash cream
Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment while breastfeeding safe or not? Can there be any side effects for infant while using it during breastfeeding?
Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment Breastfeeding Analsys
Dimethicone while Breastfeeding
SafeCAS Number: 9006-65-9
Dimethicone is a fluid type of silicone with a methyl as organic group radical. Silicones are polymers of silicon tied to oxygen atoms with high molecular weight (see information on silicone and dimethicone). Dimethicone is water repellent and it is used in creams, dressings for skin protection and pediculicides. An activated form of Dimethicone is Simethicone that is used for treatment of flatulence (see info on Simethicone) At latest update, relevant published data on excretion into breast milk were not found. Because it is not absorbed through the skin or orally along with a high molecular weight, excretion into breast milk in significant amount or absorption by the infant gut is highly unlikely. See below the information of these related products:
Zinc oxide while Breastfeeding
SafeCAS Number: 1314-13-2
It is used topically as an astringent and skin protector, very often together with small amounts of Ferric Oxide to form Calamine (see specific info). It is a product compatible with breastfeeding according to WHO Essential Medicine’s List - 2002.It is also used in dental hygiene products and cosmetics. Widely used for skin protection of the diaper area in infants. Because of the small dose used and poor absorption into plasma of most topical dermatological preparations, excretion into breastmilk in significant amount appears to be unlikely. Do not apply on the breast to prevent infant ingestion; otherwise, wash it off thoroughly with water before the next breast feed.
What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment?
Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment is safe in breastfeeding and should not create any health problem for your baby but in case you feel any health issue associated with Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment 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 Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment, is it safe?
Definitely, Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment is safe in lactation for baby. No wonder your doctor has recommended it.
If I am using Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No extra baby monitoring required while mother is using Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Dimethicone And Zinc Oxide Ointment 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