Etelcalcetide Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
No information is available on etelcalcetide during breastfeeding. Because etelcalcetide is a large molecule with a molecular weight of 1047.5 Da, the amount in milk is likely to be low. The manufacturer recommends that breastfeeding be avoided during use. An alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.
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.
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