Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream while Breastfeeding

Q: I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream , is it safe?

Usage of Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.

Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream while 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 Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream.

What is Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream used for?

Helps prevent sunburn If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun

Brief: Sunscreen

I am breastfeeding mother and I am using Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream. Can it have any bad effect on my kid? Shall I search for better alternative?

Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream safe for breastfeeding

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

Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream Breastfeeding Analsys

Zinc cation while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS 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 already breastfed my kid after using Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream?

It is always a good idea to keep your healthcare provider or doctor informed about your drug usage during pregnancy and breastfeeding but if you have not informed your doctor about Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream and have used it then do not panic as Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream is mostly safe in breastfeeding and should not cause any harm to your baby.

I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream, is it safe?

Usage of Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.

If I am using Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Sunblocz | Zinc Oxide Cream 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