Famciclovir use while Breastfeeding
Drugs containing Famciclovir: Famvir
Famciclovir Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
Because there is no published experience with famciclovir during breastfeeding, other agents 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.
Alternate Drugs to Consider
References
Famciclovir Identification
Substance Name
Famciclovir
CAS Registry Number
104227-87-4
Drug Class
Antiinfective Agents
Antiviral Agents
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
354
Last Revision Date
20130907
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