Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster Breastfeeding
For most of the drugs advantages of taking medications overweighs the potential risks however some drugs could be really dangerous for breastfed baby hence every medication shall be considered separately. In this page we will discuss about purpose of Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster and some common side effects associated with Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster.

What is Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster used for?


For the temporary relief of pain.

Brief: Uses For the temporary relief of pain

I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?

Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster high risk while breastfeeding
As Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster is made of only Camphor (synthetic), and Camphor (synthetic) is unsafe to use in breastfeeding we can safely reach on conclusion that Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster is also unsafe to use while breastfeeding. Below is detailed analysis of Camphor (synthetic) and Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster during location. We recommend you to go through provided detailed analysis as below take decision accordingly. We also recommend you talk to your health care provider before making final decision.

Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster Breastfeeding Analsys


Camphor (synthetic) while Breastfeeding

Unsafe

CAS Number: 76-22-2

Substance which can be extracted under distillation from the Camphor tree bark. Nowadays it is synthesized from the Turpentine. Used with creams and lotions as local anti-inflammatory agent. There is no proof of effectiveness as decongestant or expectorant when used in inhaled preparations, but as a toxic agent. Camphor is a highly lipophilic substance which is well absorbed by whatever via of administration (skin, inhalation, mouth) that crosses easily the cell membrane. Pharmacokinetic data support the likelihood of excretion into breast milk in a significant amount. Camphor has been shown to be toxic at low dose on infants in whom it may cause headache, vomiting, seizures and coma. It should never be administered by mouth. It is not appropriate its use during breastfeeding, and, in whatever case, it should not be applied on the mother's breast, since severe intoxications be occurred in infants after use of small ingested amounts. Be aware of not using it in the nostrils.



What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster?

We have already established that Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster is unsafe in breastfeeding and breastfeeding while using Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster is not a good idea however if have already used and then breastfed the baby then you shall monitor the behavior and health of baby closely and inform your doctor as soon as possible. In case of emergency please call 911.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster, is it safe?

If your doctor knows that you are breastfeeding mother and still prescribes Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster then there must be good reason for that as Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster is considered unsafe, It usually happens when doctor finds that overall advantage of taking outweighs the overall risk.


If I am using Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Yes, Extra monitoring is required if mother is using Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster and breastfeeding as it is considered unsafe for baby.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Prostaderm | Camphor Plaster 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