Spinosad use while Breastfeeding
Drugs containing Spinosad: Natroba
Spinosad Levels and Effects while Breastfeeding
Summary of Use during Lactation
No information is available on the clinical use of spinosad during breastfeeding. Because it is not systemically absorbed after topical application, it should not be present in breastmilk. However, the topical suspension contains benzyl alcohol, which may be systemically absorbed through the skin. High doses of benzyl alcohol are potentially toxic to neonates, but it is unlikely that doses this high reach breastmilk. Mothers concerned about benzyl alcohol could pump and discard breastmilk for 8 hours. Only water-miscible cream or gel products should be applied to the breast because ointments may expose the infant to high levels of mineral paraffins via licking.[1]
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
1. Noti A, Grob K, Biedermann M et al. Exposure of babies to C(15)-C(45) mineral paraffins from human milk and breast salves. Regul Toxicol Pharmacol. 2003;38:317-25. PMID: 14623482
Spinosad Identification
Substance Name
Spinosad
CAS Registry Number
168316-95-8
Drug Class
Insecticides
Administrative Information
LactMed Record Number
843
Last Revision Date
20150310
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