msanI've given birth to my daughter 12 days ago and am currently breastfeeding. I was taking 100mg of azathioprine during pregnancy and this has now been reduced to 50mg of azathioprine. I'm taking this medication due to auto-immune hepatitis. My pediatrician has recommended that I discontinue breastfeeding due to the risks of the drug. I'm looking for advice to decide whether this is the best cause of action?
Is it okay to breastfeed while taking 50mg azathioprine?
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- 3 Jun 2010 by msan
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3 Jun 2010
I think your doc is right, The use of AZASAN (azathioprine) in nursing mothers is not recommended. Azathioprine or its metabolites are transferred at low levels both transplacentally and in breast milk.
Hope this helps?
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