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It is recommended that breastfeeding women AVOID decongestant tablets, powders or drinks. Decongestant nasal sprays containing xylometazoline, oxymetazoline are effective in relieving nasal congestion but do not produce wakefulness nor reduce milk supply.
12 sie 2023 · OTC pain and fever reducers, non-drowsy antihistamines, nasal sprays, and OTC cough medicines are generally safe while breastfeeding. Ingredients that cause drowsiness can make it unsafe for you to hold your baby to nurse.
22 sty 2024 · If you opt to take an over-the-counter cold medicine while breastfeeding, keep these tips in mind: See if a nasal spray will help. If you’re mainly dealing with stuffiness, try a nasal spray like Afrin or Nasacon to see if that helps first, Rosenthal recommends.
24 wrz 2024 · Home remedies for sinus infections include rest, fluids, steam inhalation, and warm compresses. Consult a doctor if home treatments are ineffective. Medications for sinus infections while nursing include saline nasal sprays, oral decongestants, pain medication, and antihistamines.
Nasal decongestant sprays or drops (e.g. Otrivine®, Sudafed®) act directly on your nasal passages to relieve congestion. Very little will be absorbed into your body and pass into your breastmilk, so you can use them when you are breastfeeding, as an alternative to decongestant tablets or powders.
22 lis 2023 · Head congestion. Use a saline nasal spray; Steam treatments: Boil a pot of water, remove from the stove and (optional) add a few drops of essential oils (for example: eucalyptus, sage and balsam). Drape a bath towel over your head and breathe deeply for 5 minutes. Do this 2 or 3x a day until symptoms subside.
