Triamterene use while Breastfeeding
Drugs containing Triamterene: Dyazide, Maxzide, Dyrenium, Maxzide-25
Triamterene Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
If triamterene is required by the mother, it is not a reason to discontinue breastfeeding. However, because no information is available on the use of triamterene during breastfeeding, an alternate drug may be preferred.
Drug 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
Intense diuresis can suppress lactation;[1][2] however, it is unlikely that triamterene alone is sufficiently potent to cause this effect.
Alternate Drugs to Consider
References
1. Healy M. Suppressing lactation with oral diuretics. Lancet. 1961;277:1353-4.
2. Cominos DC, Van Der Walt A, Van Rooyen AJ. Suppression of postpartum lactation with furosemide. S Afr Med J. 1976;50:251-2. PMID: 3858
Triamterene Identification
Substance Name
CAS Registry Number
396-01-0
Drug Class
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
406
Information from the National Library of Medicine's LactMed Database.
Last Revision Date
2011-01-04
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See Also...
- Triamterene use during Pregnancy
- Triamterene Consumer Information
- Breastfeeding Support Group
- Safe Medications during Breastfeeding
- Medicine use while Breastfeeding
- Medicine use during Pregnancy
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