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Methicillin Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings

Brand names: Staphcillin

Methicillin Pregnancy Warnings

Methicillin has been assigned to pregnancy category B. Animal studies failed to reveal evidence of fetal harm. There are no controlled data in human pregnancies. Methicillin should only be given during pregnancy when need has been clearly established.

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Methicillin Breastfeeding Warnings

Methicillin is excreted into human milk. Adverse effects in the nursing infant are unlikely.

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References for pregnancy information

  1. Product Information. Staphcillin (methicillin). Apothecon Inc. 2002;PROD.

References for breastfeeding information

  1. Product Information. Staphcillin (methicillin). Apothecon Inc. 2002;PROD.

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.