Argentum 5 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 Argentum 5 Cream while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Argentum 5 Cream.

What is Argentum 5 Cream used for?

Directions: FOR TOPICAL USE ONLY.

Brief: Use: Temporary relief of headache.

Is Argentum 5 Cream usage safe while breastfeeding? If a lactating mother is using it can there be any effect on growth or development of infant?

As per our analysis Argentum 5 Cream contains only one ingredient and that is Silver. We have analyzed Silver and it seems to be safe to use Silver while breastfeeding, that means usage of Argentum 5 Cream shall be safe while breastfeeding. Below you can check more details of Silver usage in breastfeeding. We recommend you to go through provided detailed analysis as below take decision accordingly.

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

Argentum 5 Cream Breastfeeding Analsys

Silver while Breastfeeding

Safe

CAS Number: 7761-88-8

Avoid using it on the breast or cleanse thoroughly before nursing.

What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Argentum 5 Cream?

Homeopathic medicines usually do not cause harmful effects on breastfed babies. Argentum 5 Cream 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 Argentum 5 Cream, is it safe?

Homeopathic medicines are usually safe in breastfeeding and if Argentum 5 Cream has been recommended by doctor then there should be no doubt about its usage in breastfeeding.

If I am using Argentum 5 Cream, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Not really.

Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Argentum 5 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