Is Ademetionine compatible with breastfeeding? Do we have alternatives for Ademetionine?

Ademetionine

August 12, 2014 (Very Low Risk)

A molecule that is synthesized by joining Methionine to ATP which is naturally widely present in human body. Without any clear scientific base it is used for liver disorders, depression and osteoarthritis. It is a product with low therapeutic effectiveness.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Ademetionine since it is relatively safe.

Very Low Risk

Compatible. Not risky for breastfeeding or infant.

Low Risk

Moderately safe. Mild risk possible. Follow up recommended. Read the Comment.

High Risk

Poorly safe. Evaluate carefully. Use a safer alternative. Read the Comment.

Very High Risk

Not recommended. Cessation of breastfeeding or alternative.

Synonyms

  • Ademethionine
  • S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine

References

  1. WHO / UNICEF. BREASTFEEDING AND MATERNAL MEDICATION Recommendations for Drugs in the Eleventh WHO Model List of Essential Drugs. Department of Child and Adolescent Health and Development (WHO/UNICEF) 2002 Full text (link to original source) Full text (in our servers)