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20 wrz 2021 · Based on minimal excretion of other phenothiazine derivatives, it appears that occasional short-term use of promethazine for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant. With repeated doses, observe infants for excess sedation.
Breastfeeding while taking promethazine: Studies have not been done to see if promethazine can get into breastmilk. Promethazine can cause sleepiness in adults and might have the same effect in a nursing baby.
5 cze 2024 · Based on minimal excretion of other phenothiazine derivatives, it appears that occasional short-term use of promethazine for the treatment of nausea and vomiting poses little risk to the breastfed infant. With repeated doses, observe infants for excess sedation.
15 kwi 2024 · promethazine. used for occasional doses and short-term, can be used with caution during breastfeeding, but monitoring is required. monitor infant for sedation or irritability, not waking to feed/poor feeding, dry mouth, adequate weight gain, extrapyramidal symptoms, such as tremor and sudden jerky movements.
29 wrz 2021 · The aim of this systematic review was to provide an overview of studies measuring the levels of antihistamines in human breast milk, estimating the exposure for breastfed infants and/or reporting possible adverse effects on the breastfed infant.
Short courses of sedating antihistamines e.g. chlorpheniramine (Piriton®), Promethazine (Phenergan®) and Trimeprazine (Vallergan®) taken three times a day to control urticaria (nettle rash) or severe reaction to an insect bite are unlikely to cause significant drowsiness in the baby but are best avoided long term as use may cause the baby to ...
29 sty 2017 · Avoid using it in the immediate neonatal period (first 4 to 6 weeks after birth) and in case of prematurity. If used, follow-up the infant for drowsiness and feeding issues. It is not recommended bed-sharing when taking this medication (UNICEF 2006, ABM 2008, Landa 2012, UNICEF 2013).
