Cefdinir use while Breastfeeding
Drugs containing Cefdinir: Omnicef, Omnicef Omni-Pac
Cefdinir Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
Although no information is available on the use of cefdinir during breastfeeding, cephalosporins are generally not expected to cause adverse effects in breastfed infants. Occasionally, disruption of the infant's gastrointestinal flora, resulting in diarrhea or thrush, has been reported with cephalosporins, but these effects have not been adequately evaluated. Cefdinir is acceptable to use during breastfeeding.
Drug Levels
Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Effects in Breastfed Infants
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Possible Effects on Lactation
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Alternate Drugs to Consider
References
Cefdinir Identification
Substance Name
CAS Registry Number
91832-40-5
Drug Class
- Antiinfective Agents
- Antibacterial Agents
- Cephalosporins
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
44
Information from the National Library of Medicine's LactMed Database.
Last Revision Date
2010-02-12
Disclaimer
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See Also...
- Cefdinir use during Pregnancy
- Cefdinir Consumer Information
- Breastfeeding Support Group
- Safe Medications during Breastfeeding
- Medicine use while Breastfeeding
- Medicine use during Pregnancy
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