Felodipine use while Breastfeeding

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 1, 2024.

Drugs containing Felodipine: Plendil, Lexxel

Felodipine Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding

Summary of Use during Lactation

Because no information is available on the use of felodipine during breastfeeding, an alternate drug may be preferred.

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

Amlodipine, Nifedipine, Nitrendipine

Substance Identification

Substance Name

Felodipine

CAS Registry Number

72509-76-3

Drug Class

Breast Feeding

Lactation

Antihypertensive Agents

Calcium Channel Blockers

Vasodilator Agents

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