Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution Breastfeeding

Modern medicine has evolved so much so that sooner or later every breastfeeding mother needs to take it in one form or other. Medication that is present in mothers blood will transfer into her breast milk to some extent. Most drugs do so at low levels and pose no real risk to infants but then there are some exceptions. In This post will discuss whether Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution is safe in breast-feeding or not.

What is Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution used for?


(To understand fully the indication for this product, please read the entire Indications and Usage section of the labeling). Solagé® (mequinol 2%, tretinoin 0.01%) Topical Solution is indicated for the treatment of solar lentigines. Solagé should only be used under medical supervision as an adjunct to a comprehensive skin care and sun avoidance program where the patient should primarily either avoid the sun or use protective clothing. Neither the safety nor effectiveness of Solagé for the prevention or treatment of melasma or postinflammatory hyperpigmentation has been established. The efficacy of using Solagé daily for greater than 24 weeks has not been established. Solagé Topical Solution is indicated for the treatment of solar lentigines. (1)

What are the risk associated with Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution usage while breastfeeding? What precautions shall I take while using it in breastfeeding?

Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution Contains 2 active ingredients that are Mequinol, Tretinoin. We do have breastfeeding analysis and safety rating of some of the active ingredients but unfortunately we do not have any information of some of active ingredients used. Below we have provided whatever information we do have. But please do not take any decision based on below provided information and contact your health care provider as this information is incomplete.

Statement of Manufacturer/Labeler about breastfeeding usage
8.3 Nursing Mothers It is not known to what extent mequinol and/or tretinoin is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when Solagé is administered to a nursing woman.

Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution Breastfeeding Analsys


Tretinoin while Breastfeeding

Safe

Retinoid, an acid form of vitamin A. At latest update no published data on excretion into breast milk were found.It is a normal component of breastmilk. 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, otherwise, wash it off thoroughly before next feed. Systemic use (overall as an antineoplastic drug) while breastfeeding is absolutely contraindicated.

Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution Breastfeeding Analsys - 2


Tretinoin while Breastfeeding

CAS Number: 302-79-4

Tretinoin has not been studied during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should probably be avoided after oral use. Because it is poorly absorbed after topical application, it is considered a low risk to the nursing infant.[1][2][3] Ensure that the infant's skin does not come into direct contact with the areas of skin that have been treated. 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.[4]

Is Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution safe while breastfeeding

I am nursing mother and I have already used Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution, what should I do?

Not much study has been done on safety of Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution in breastfeeding and its ingredients. Even we do not have complete information about usage of Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution in breastfeeding so at this point a trained medical professional could be your best bet. If you observe anything abnormal with your baby please contact 911.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution, is it safe?

If your doctor considers Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution safe enough to prescribe for you that means its benefits should outweigh its known risks for you.


If I am using Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution, will my baby need extra monitoring?

We are not Sure, Please check with your healthcare provider or doctor.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Solage | Mequinol And Tretinoin Solution 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