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 Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment.
What is Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment used for?
Directions clean the affected area apply a small amount of this product (an amount equal to the surface area of the tip of a finger) on the area 1 to 3 times daily may be covered with a sterile bandage
Brief: Uses first aid to help prevent infection in minor cuts scrapes burns
Is using Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment unsafe in breastfeeding? Can there be bad consequences for baby if I use it while breastfeeding?
Active ingredient in Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment is Bacitracin and based on our analysis of Bacitracin it appears that using Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment is safe in breastfeeding. Below is analysis of Bacitracin while breastfeeding.
Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment Breastfeeding Analsys
SafePolypeptide with anti-microbial activity that is produced by strains of Bacillus licheniformis or Bacillus subtilis. Indicated for topical use (high nephrotoxicity with systemic use) Not absorbed through skin, mucosa or intestinal tract. When orally taken it is destroyed by the gut with no pass into the blood stream. Preferably, avoid it on the breast or clear it out before nursing. Avoid use of creams, gels and other topical medication containing paraffin (petroleum-derived mineral oil) in order to avoid the risk of absorption by the child. The WHO Model List of Essential Medicines 2002 rates it as compatible with breastfeeding.
Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment Breastfeeding Analsys - 2
CAS Number: 1405-87-4
Because it is poorly absorbed after topical application and oral ingestion, bacitracin is considered a low risk to the nursing infant.[1] 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.[2]
What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment?
As usage of Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment is mostly safe while breastfeeding hence there should not be any concern. In case of any change in behavior or health of your baby you should inform your health care provider about usage of Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment else no further action is required.
My health care provider has asked me to use Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment, what to do?
Usage of Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment is safe for nursing mothers and baby, No worries.
If I am using Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment, will my baby need extra monitoring?
No
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Quality Choice Bacitracin | Bacitracin Ointment 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