For most of the drugs advantages of taking medications overweighs the potential risks however some drugs could be really dangerous for breastfed baby hence every medication shall be considered separately. In this page we will discuss about purpose of Podophyllum Pelt Tablet and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Podophyllum Pelt Tablet and some common side effects associated with Podophyllum Pelt Tablet.
What is Podophyllum Pelt Tablet used for?
DIARRHEA, NAUSEA OR VOMITING
Is Podophyllum Pelt Tablet usage safe while breastfeeding? If a lactating mother is using it can there be any effect on growth or development of infant?
FDA does not regulate Podophyllum Pelt Tablet. There is no credible study done on safety of Podophyllum Pelt Tablet while breastfeeding, Same holds truth for almost all homeopathic medicines however homeopathic medicines go through a process called potentisation. In potentisation homeopathic preparation goes through repeated dilution and shaking. Homeopaths state that repeated dilution and shaking helps the body to heal naturally. Due to extreme dilution of active ingredients homeopathic medicines are mostly safe in breastfeeding, Hence we can consider Podophyllum Pelt Tablet as safe to use while breastfeeding.. Below we have provided analysis of its active ingredients. Safety rating of ingredients holds truth for herbal product but may not apply for homeopathic diluted drugs.
What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Podophyllum Pelt Tablet?
Due to high dilution of ingredients in homeopathic medicines they do not create much problem for baby. Podophyllum Pelt Tablet is a homeopathic medicine and if your baby does not have any abnormal symptoms then there is nothing to worry about. Be careful with too much usage of ethanol based homeopathic medicines during breastfeeding.
I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Podophyllum Pelt Tablet, is it safe?
Homeopathic medicines are usually safe in breastfeeding and if Podophyllum Pelt Tablet has been recommended by doctor then there should be no concern about its usage in breastfeeding.
If I am using Podophyllum Pelt Tablet, will my baby need extra monitoring?
Not exactly.
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Podophyllum Pelt Tablet 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