Is This Medication Safe for Breastfeeding Mothers?
October 18, 2006 by Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor
Filed under books, breastfeeding basics, health of the mother, medication
The book pictured here saved me when I was diagnosed with postpartum Graves’ Disease (autoimmune hyperthyroidism) and my endocrinologist said I needed to wean my baby before I could start the medication he recommended. I called a La Leche League leader and she looked up the medication in Hale’s Medications and Mothers’ Milk. Based on that reference, it appeared that the medication was safe for nursing mothers at the dosage prescribed for me. Just to be sure, I called my daughter’s pediatrician and also asked my pharmacist. Finally, I consulted three sources on-line regarding medications and breastfeeding:
