Lansoprazole Capsule while Breastfeeding

What is Lansoprazole Capsule used for?

Is Lansoprazole Capsule usage safe while breastfeeding? If a lactating mother is using it can there be any effect on growth or development of infant?

Lansoprazole while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 103577-45-3

At latest update, relevant information on excretion into breast milk was not found. Due to a high serum-protein-binding capacity, excretion of Lansoprazole into breast milk is non-significant. Since it's neutralized by the acid pH of stomach, capsules with enteric coated granules are used. Because of this, it is thought that the small quantity of Lansoprazole that may reach the breast milk would be neutralized by infant's stomach. In addition, absorption is greatly decreased by the presence of food. Both Omeprazole and Pantoprazole pertain to the same chemical group with similar pharmacokinetics that are excreted in non-significant amount into the breast milk. Medication that has been used for treatment of newborn and premature infants. Hyperprolactinemia and galactorrhea have been reported by the use of such medication, though some authors have failed to show the same findings.

Lansoprazole while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 103577-45-3

No information is available on the use of lansoprazole during breastfeeding. However, lansoprazole has been used safely in newborn infants, so it is unlikely that the amount in breastmilk would be harmful.

What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Lansoprazole Capsule?

I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Lansoprazole Capsule, is it safe?

If I am using Lansoprazole Capsule, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Lansoprazole Capsule in breastfeeding?