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

Anidulafungin

February 21, 2014 (Low Risk)

On latest update relevant data on breastfeeding was not found.

Its high molecular weight and plasma protein binding make excretion into breast milk unlikely

Because its protein composition it would not be absorbed by the gut.

Alternatives

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.

Drug trade names

References

  1. Anidulafungin Data Sheet 2013 Full text (in our servers)
  2. Anidulafungin Data Sheet 2007 Full text (in our servers)
  3. Anidulafungina Ficha técnica 2007 Full text (in our servers)