Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension 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 Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension.

What is Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension used for?


CARAFATE® (sucralfate) Suspension is indicated in the short-term (up to 8 weeks) treatment of active duodenal ulcer.

Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension while breastfeeding safe or not? Can there be any side effects for infant while using it during breastfeeding?

Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension safe for breastfeeding
As per our analysis Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension contains only one ingredient and that is Sucralfate. We have analyzed Sucralfate and it seems to be safe to use Sucralfate while breastfeeding, that means usage of Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension shall be safe while breastfeeding. Below you can check more details of Sucralfate usage in breastfeeding. We recommend you to go through provided detailed analysis as below take decision accordingly.

Statement of Manufacturer/Labeler about breastfeeding usage
Nursing Mothers It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when sucralfate is administered to a nursing woman.

Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension Breastfeeding Analsys


Sucralfate while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 54182-58-0

It is a glycoside-sulphate derivative (sucrose) plus aluminum.

 At latest update no published data on excretion into breastmilk were found.

 Pharmacokinetic data (virtually non-absorbed with a high molecular weight) make it very unlikely the excretion into breastmilk in significant amounts, which in addition it would not be absorbed through the infant's intestine.

 Medication with authorized use on infants.

Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension Breastfeeding Analsys - 2


Sucralfate while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 54182-58-0

No data are available on sucralfate use during breastfeeding; however, it is virtually unabsorbed orally. Most authorities consider sucralfate acceptable to use during breastfeeding.[1][2][3][4] No special precautions are required.


What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension?

Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension is safe in breastfeeding and should not create any health problem for your baby but in case you feel any health issue associated with Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension 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 Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension, is it safe?

Usage of Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.


If I am using Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension, will my baby need extra monitoring?

No


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Carafate | Sucralfate Suspension 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

Drug Brands with same Active ingredients

Carafate | Sucralfate Tablet