Cefepime Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings
Cefepime is also known as: Maxipime
Cefepime Pregnancy Warnings
Cefepime has been assigned to pregnancy category B by the FDA. Animal data failed to reveal evidence of fetal harm. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Cefepime should only be given in pregnancy when the need has been clearly established.
Cefepime Breastfeeding Warnings
A nursing infant consuming 1000 mL of human milk per day would receive approximately 0.5 mg of cefepime per day.
Cefepime is excreted in human milk in small amounts. While adverse effects are unlikely, the infant should be monitored closely. Although not specifically listing cefepime, the American Academy of Pediatrics classifies other cephalosporins as compatible with breast-feeding. The manufacturer recommends that caution be used when administering cefepime to nursing women.
See Also...
- Cefepime use while Breastfeeding (in more detail)
- cefepime Consumer Information
- Pregnancy Support Group
- FDA Pregnancy Categories
- Medicine use during Pregnancy
- Medicine use while Breastfeeding
- Safe Medications during Breastfeeding
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