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 Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release and some common side effects associated with Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release.
What is Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release ?
Propafenone Hydrochloride extended-release (SR) capsules are indicated to prolong the time to recurrence of symptomatic atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with episodic (most likely paroxysmal or persistent) AF who do not have structural heart disease. Usage Considerations: •The use of Propafenone Hydrochloride extended-release (SR) capsules in patients with permanent AF or in patients exclusively with atrial flutter or paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) has not been evaluated. Do not use Propafenone Hydrochloride extended-release (SR) capsules to control ventricular rate during AF. •Some patients with atrial flutter treated with propafenone have developed 1:1 conduction, producing an increase in ventricular rate. Concomitant treatment with drugs that increase the functional atrioventricular (AV) nodal refractory period is recommended. •The effect of propafenone on mortality has not been determined [see Boxed Warning]. Propafenone Hydrochloride extended-release (SR) capsules are an antiarrhythmic indicated to prolong the time to recurrence of symptomatic atrial fibrillation (AF) in patients with episodic (most likely paroxysmal or persistent) AF who do not have structural heart disease. (1) Usage Considerations: •Use in patients with permanent atrial fibrillation or with atrial flutter or paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) has not been evaluated. Do not use to control ventricular rate during atrial fibrillation. (1) •In patients with atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter, use Propafenone Hydrochloride extended-release (SR) capsules with drugs that increase the atrioventricular nodal refractory period. (1) •The effect of propafenone on mortality has not been determined. (1)
Can I use Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release while breastfeeding?
Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release contains only one active ingredient that is Propafenone hydrochloride. We have analyzed the usage of Propafenone hydrochloride in breastfeeding and our analysis suggest that Propafenone hydrochloride poses Low risk for infant while breastfeeding and hence Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release itself shall be considered Low risk item for breastfeeding.
Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release Breastfeeding Analsys
Low RiskCAS Number: 54063-53-5
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Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release Breastfeeding Analsys - 2
CAS Number: 54063-53-5
Limited information indicates that maternal doses of propafenone up to 900 mg daily produce low levels in milk. If propafenone is required by the mother it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding. Until more data become available, propafenone should be used with caution during breastfeeding, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release?
During whole lactation period you shall first discuss with your doctor and then together you shall decide whether you shall take that drug or not however if you have already taken Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release then you shall inform your doctor, But you should not be worried too much as Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release comes in category of low risk drug.
My doctor has prescribed me Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release, what should I do?
Though Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release dose not comes in category of safe drugs rather it comes in category of low risk but if your doctor is aware that you are breastfeeding your baby and has still recommended it then its advantages must be outweighing the risks.
If I am using Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release, will my baby need extra monitoring?
Not much
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Propafenone Hydrochloride Sr | Propafenone Hydrochloride Capsule, Extended Release 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