Ezetimibe use while Breastfeeding
Drugs containing Ezetimibe: Zetia, Vytorin, Nexlizet, Liptruzet
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 28, 2020.
Ezetimibe Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
No relevant published information exists on the use of ezetimibe during breastfeeding. Because of a concern with disruption of infant lipid metabolism, ezetimibe is best avoided during breastfeeding. An alternate drug is preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. Ezetimibe treatment in combination with a statin (e.g., atorvastatin, simvastatin) should be avoided in nursing mothers.
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.
Substance Identification
CAS Registry Number
163222-33-1
Drug Class
Breast Feeding
Lactation
Anticholesteremic Agents
Antilipemic Agents
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