Can I take cepacol while breastfeeding?
Benzocaine cough drops or lozenges (with or without menthol) are an excellent choice for cough relief in breastfeeding mothers. Common trade names: Cepacol.
What can I take for a sore throat while breastfeeding?
Try the following to help the discomfort of a cold or a sore throat when breastfeeding:
- Take honey and lemon mixed in hot water, or sip on other warm fluids like natural teas to keep your throat moist.
- Gargle some salt water.
- If you have a cough, try a cough medicine that is based on glycerine and honey.
Can I eat throat lozenges while breastfeeding?
Cough & sore throat meds Sore throat sprays or lozenges are generally considered safe, as are cough drops. Avoid eating excessive amounts of cough drops containing menthol. Large amounts of menthol can reduce milk supply. Many forms of Robitussin, Delsym and Benylin are considered compatible with breastfeeding.
Can I use oral benzocaine while breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding while taking benzocaine: Benzocaine has not been well studied for use during breastfeeding. However, as long as benzocaine is not applied to the breast or nipple so that a nursing child could not get it in their mouth, it should be okay to continue to breastfeed. Wash hands well after using benzocaine.
Can you take Cepacol while pregnant?
You may take: Cough drops (throat lozenges), such as Halls, Ricola or Cepacol. Guaifenesin (Mucinex, plain Robitussin) for a dry cough.
Can you drink lemsip when breastfeeding?
Use during breastfeeding should be avoided, unless recommended by a healthcare professional (see section 4.6). Due to the presence of caffeine, the product should be taken with care in patients with a history of peptic ulcers.
Is Claritin safe while breastfeeding?
Cold and allergy meds that are safe while breastfeeding include: Zyrtec (cetirizine) is the preferred antihistamine when breastfeeding. Other antihistamines are also considered safe but do not have as much research to support this. These include Allegra Claritin, and Xyzal.
Is Theraflu safe for breastfeeding?
Pseudoephedrine has been approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). However, it can potentially decrease your milk supply or cause baby to become irritable. (Often found in Sudafed, Theraflu, Claritin-D and more.) Acetaminophen, aka Tylenol, has been approved by the AAP, and most experts say it’s safe.
Is Cepacol safe in pregnancy?
Is it safe to use anbesol while breastfeeding?
If you are breast-feeding, small amounts of the active ingredient lidocaine will pass into your breast milk but in such small quantities that it should not harm your baby if this medicine is used as directed. Anbesol Liquid is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or use machines.
What can I take for a sore throat when pregnant UK?
To help relieve your headache and throat pain, and to help reduce a high temperature, you can consider taking paracetamol. Paracetamol is generally considered safe for use at all stages of pregnancy. As with any medicine, you should take the lowest dose needed, for the shortest amount of time required.
Can I use Cepacol sore throat + cough relief while breastfeeding?
Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief use while Breastfeeding. Important: Cepacol Sore Throat + Cough Relief is a drug containing multiple ingredients. Please check each of the links below, where breastfeeding (lactation) information is available. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional judgment.
What cough drops can I take while breastfeeding?
Cough & sore throat meds. Sore throat sprays or lozenges are generally considered safe, as are cough drops. Avoid eating excessive amounts of cough drops containing menthol. Large amounts of menthol can reduce milk supply. Many forms of Robitussin, Delsym and Benylin are considered compatible with breastfeeding.
Where can I find information about drugs in breastmilk?
Drugs in Breastmilk ( 0844 412 4665 ), from The Breastfeeding Network in the UK, has a phone helpline and additional information on medication in breastfeeding mothers. Talking to baby’s health care provider (in addition to your own doctor) is also a good idea.
What are the best medications and mothers’ milk reference books?
Medications and Mothers’ Milk by Thomas Hale, RPh, PhD, is our favorite reference book and is updated every two years. This inexpensive reference is a must-have for anyone working with breastfeeding mothers, or breastfeeding mothers who frequently need information on medications.