Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray Breastfeeding
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 Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray and its risk associated with lactation. We will also discuss the usage of Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray and some common side effects associated with Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray.

What is Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray used for?


Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Nasal Spray is indicated for the acute treatment of migraine headaches with or without aura. Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Nasal Spray is not intended for the prophylactic therapy of migraine or for the management of hemiplegic or basilar migraine.

Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray while breastfeeding safe or not? Can there be any side effects for infant while using it during breastfeeding?

Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray high risk while breastfeeding
As Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray is made of only Dihydroergotamine mesylate, and Dihydroergotamine mesylate is unsafe to use in breastfeeding we can safely reach on conclusion that Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray is also unsafe to use while breastfeeding. Below is detailed analysis of Dihydroergotamine mesylate and Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray during location. We recommend you to go through provided detailed analysis as below take decision accordingly. We also recommend you talk to your health care provider before making final decision.

Statement of Manufacturer/Labeler about breastfeeding usage
Nursing Mothers Ergot drugs are known to inhibit prolactin. It is likely that Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Nasal Spray is excreted in human milk, but there are no data on the concentration of dihydroergotamine in human milk. It is known that ergotamine is excreted in breast milk and may cause vomiting, diarrhea, weak pulse, and unstable blood pressure in nursing infants. Because of the potential for these serious adverse events in nursing infants exposed to Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Nasal Spray, nursing should not be undertaken with the use of Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Nasal Spray. (See CONTRAINDICATIONS)

Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray Breastfeeding Analsys


Dihydroergotamine mesylate while Breastfeeding

Unsafe

CAS Number: 511-12-6

Ergot derivative alkaloid. It may inhibit prolactin secretion. It is used together with other substances (e.g. caffeine, which is a cause of anxiety). Multiple drug association is not recommended. On latest update relevant data on breastfeeding was not found. Sumatriptan which is a drug with well known low excretion into breast milk should be an alternative treatment for Migraine.


What should I do if I am breastfeeding mother and I am already exposed to Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray?

We have already established that Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray is unsafe in breastfeeding and breastfeeding while using Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray is not a good idea however if have already used and then breastfed the baby then you shall monitor the behavior and health of baby closely and inform your doctor as soon as possible. In case of emergency please call 911.


I am nursing mother and my doctor has suggested me to use Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray, is it safe?

If your doctor knows that you are breastfeeding mother and still prescribes Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray then there must be good reason for that as Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray is considered unsafe, It usually happens when doctor finds that overall advantage of taking outweighs the overall risk.


If I am using Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray, will my baby need extra monitoring?

Yes, Extra monitoring is required if mother is using Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray and breastfeeding as it is considered unsafe for baby.


Who can I talk to if I have questions about usage of Dihydroergotamine Mesylate Spray 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