Ascorbic Acid Liquid 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 Ascorbic Acid Liquid while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Ascorbic Acid Liquid.

What is Ascorbic Acid Liquid used for?


For temporary relief of symptoms of Vitamin C deficiency such as lack of energy, weakness, swollen and tender joints.

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

Ascorbic Acid Liquid low risk for breastfeeding
Ascorbic acid is the one and only active ingredient present in Ascorbic Acid Liquid. Ascorbic acid in itself is a low risk drug for lactation so it is easy to understand that Ascorbic Acid Liquid also comes in category of Low Risk item while breastfeeding. Below is the summary of Ascorbic acid in breastfeeding.

Note: Due to high dilution of active ingredients in homeopathic medicines most homeopathic medicines are safe while breastfeeding.


Ascorbic Acid Liquid Breastfeeding Analsys


Ascorbic acid while Breastfeeding

Low Risk

CAS Number: 50-81-7

Vitamin C is abundantly present in food. A balanced and comprehensive diet makes vitamin supplementation useless. Any amount of vitamin C taken by the mother as a supplement does not affect significantly the concentration in breast milk of women who are on a varied and balanced diet.


What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Ascorbic Acid Liquid?

Homeopathic medicines usually do not cause harmful effects on breastfed babies. Ascorbic Acid Liquid is a homeopathic medicine and if your baby does not have any abnormal symptoms then there is nothing to worry about. Some homeopathic medicines contain alcohol (ethanol) and such homeopathic medicines in high dosage can have bad effect on development of baby.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Ascorbic Acid Liquid, is it safe?

Homeopathic medicines are usually safe in breastfeeding and if Ascorbic Acid Liquid has been recommended by doctor then there should be no doubt about its usage in breastfeeding.


If I am using Ascorbic Acid Liquid, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Not really.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Ascorbic Acid Liquid 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

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