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 Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet while breastfeeding. We will also discuss about common side effects and warnings associated with Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet.
What is Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet used for?
This product may be used in functional intestinal disorders to reduce symptoms such as those seen in mild dysenteries and diverticulitis. It can also be used to control gastric secretion, visceral spasm and hypermotility in cystitis, pylorospasm and associated abdominal cramps. Along with appropriate analgesics, this product is indicated in symptomatic relief of biliary and renal colic and as a drying agent in the relief of symptoms of acute rhinitis. This product is effective as adjunctive therapy in the treatment of peptic ulcer and irritable bowel syndrome, acute enterocolitis and other functional gastrointestinal disorders.
Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet while breastfeeding safe or not? Can there be any side effects for infant while using it during breastfeeding?
Hyoscyamine sulfate is the one and only active ingredient present in Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet. Hyoscyamine sulfate in itself is a low risk drug for lactation so it is easy to understand that Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet also comes in category of Low Risk item while breastfeeding. Below is the summary of Hyoscyamine sulfate in breastfeeding.
Statement of Manufacturer/Labeler about breastfeeding usage
Nursing Mothers: This product is excreted in human milk. This product should not be administered to a nursing mother.
Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet Breastfeeding Analsys
Low RiskCAS Number: 101-31-5
Use minimal and short-term dosage since anti-cholinergic drug may decrease breast milk production. Not commercially available in Spain
What should I do if already breastfed my kid after using Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet?
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 Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet then you shall inform your doctor, But you should not be worried too much as Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet comes in category of low risk drug.
I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet, is it safe?
Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet comes in category of low risk and if your doctor is aware that you are breastfeeding it should be ok to use without much concerns.
If I am using Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate Tablet, will my baby need extra monitoring?
Not much
Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Oscimin | Hyoscyamine Sulfate 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
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