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

Chloroxylenol

August 12, 2014 (Very Low Risk)

Chloride containing compound used for skin disinfection and wound healing. Avoid using it on the breast, otherwise, cleanse it thoroughly before nursing.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Chloroxylenol 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

  • Parachlorometaxylenol

Drug trade names

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)