Niclosamide Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
Niclosamide is not marketed in the United States. No information is available on the clinical use of niclosamide during breastfeeding. Because niclosamide is not orally absorbed it is unlikely to adversely affect the breastfed infant. No special precautions are necessary.
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
Niclosamide
CAS Registry Number
50-65-7
Drug Class
Breast Feeding
Lactation
Anti-infective Agents
Antiparasitic Agents
Anthelmintics
Anticestodal Agents
Antinematodal Agents
Molluscacides
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