Ferumoxides use while Breastfeeding
Drugs containing Ferumoxides: Feridex
Ferumoxides Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
Ferumoxides is a complex of iron oxide and dextran, similar to iron dextran. It is not expected to pose a toxic risk to a nursing infant. If ferumoxides is required by the mother, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding. However, because there is no published experience with ferumoxides during breastfeeding, other agents may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.
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
Ferumoxides Identification
Substance Name
Ferumoxides
CAS Registry Number
119683-68-0
Drug Class
- Contrast Agents
- Diagnostic Agents
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
534
Information from the National Library of Medicine's LactMed Database.
Last Revision Date
2007-12-27
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