Colesevelam use while Breastfeeding
Drugs containing Colesevelam: Welchol
Colesevelam Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
Colesevelam is a nonabsorbable resin. Because it does not enter the mother's bloodstream, it will not reach the infant via breastmilk. It is acceptable for use during lactation.
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
(Hypercholesterolemia) Cholestyramine, Colestipol, (Type 2 Diabetes) Acarbose, Glipizide, Glyburide, Insulin, Metformin, Miglitol
References
Colesevelam Identification
Substance Name
Colesevelam
CAS Registry Number
182815-43-6
Drug Class
Anticholesteremic Agents
Antilipemic Agents
Hypoglycemic Agents
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
516
Last Revision Date
20180301
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Further information
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Other brands: Welchol