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Fulvestrant use while Breastfeeding

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 18, 2024.

Drugs containing Fulvestrant: Faslodex

Fulvestrant Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding

Summary of Use during Lactation

No information is available on the clinical use of fulvestrant during breastfeeding. However, because of its potential toxicity in the breastfed infant and its half-life of 40 days, the manufacturer recommends that breastfeeding be discontinued during fulvestrant therapy and for 1 year after the last dose.

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

Substance Name

Fulvestrant

CAS Registry Number

129453-61-8

Drug Class

Breast Feeding

Lactation

Milk, Human

Antineoplastic Agents, Hormonal

Estrogen Receptor Antagonists

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