Is Common Poppy compatible with breastfeeding? Do we have alternatives for Common Poppy?

Common Poppy

February 15, 2016 (High Risk)

Petals and herb seeds are used.
Components are: Isoquinoline alkaloids (Rhoeadine), polysaccharides and anthocyanins.
Attributed properties: antitussive and slightly sedative.
Indications according to the Commission E of the German Ministry of Health: none.

At latest update no published data on excretion in breast milk were found.

It has been used since antiquity to sedate children in many cultures
Poisoning has occurred by using it.

Because of sedative properties only a moderate and occasional use would be compatible with breastfeeding, out of the neonatal period with close monitoring for the occurrence of sedation or loss of appetite by the infant.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Common Poppy.

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

  • Corn Poppy Petal
  • Poppy
  • Red corn
  • Red poppy

Writings

  • Papaver rhoeas (Latin, botanical name)
  • Мака Самосейки Лепестки (Cyrillic)

Drug trade names

References

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  2. Obladen M. Lethal Lullabies: A History of Opium Use in Infants. J Hum Lact. 2015Abstract
  3. Kültür S. Medicinal plants used in Kirklareli Province (Turkey). J Ethnopharmacol. 2007Abstract
  4. El-Masry S, El-Ghazooly MG, Omar AA, Khafagy SM, Phillipson JD. Alkaloids from Egyptian Papaver rhoeas. Planta Med. 1981Abstract