Medicine use while Breastfeeding

Latest update: Safe medications during breastfeeding

Breastfeeding resources

• Safe Medications when Breastfeeding
• Breastfeeding Support Group
• Breast Fullness vs Breast Engorgement
• Breast Care - Breastfeeding Mother
• Breast Care - Non-breastfeeding Woman
• Pregnancy Warnings
• FDA Pregnancy Categories
• Pregnancy Support Group

Top 20 breastfeeding searches

• Adderall
• Ambien
• Celexa
• Claritin
• Dilaudid
• ibuprofen
• Lexapro
• metformin
• naproxen
• oxycodone
• Paxil
• prednisone
• Prozac
• Tamiflu
• tramadol
• Tylenol
• Vicodin
• Wellbutrin
• Xanax
• Zoloft

Many mothers need to take medicines during their pregnancy and almost all medicines pass into breast milk in small quantities. Most are generally considered safe for a mother to take but some medicines that must be avoided include lithium, cytotoxic agents, retinoids and radio-pharmaceuticals. Search or browse the list below for guidelines on taking individual medicines while breastfeeding.

Please Note: Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice in relation to drug use while pregnant or breastfeeding.