Clotrimazole use while Breastfeeding
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Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 23, 2018.
Clotrimazole Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
Because clotrimazole has poor oral bioavailability, it is unlikely to adversely affect the breastfed infant, including topical application to the nipples. It has been used orally in infants with thrush, sometimes successfully after nystatin has failed.[1] Any excess cream or ointment should be removed from the nipples before nursing. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[2]
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.
Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Alternate Drugs to Consider
Fluconazole, Miconazole, Nystatin
References
1. Johnstone HA, Marcinak JF. Candidiasis in the breastfeeding mother and infant. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs. 1990;19:171-3. PMID: 2319366
2. Noti A, Grob K, Biedermann M et al. Exposure of babies to C(15)-C(45) mineral paraffins from human milk and breast salves. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol. 2003;38:317-25. PMID: 14623482
Clotrimazole Identification
Substance Name
Clotrimazole
CAS Registry Number
23593-75-1
Drug Class
Breast Feeding
Lactation
Antifungal Agents
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
346
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