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

Hydrochlorothiazide

February 20, 2015 (Very Low Risk)

Thiazide diuretic drug.

Excretion into breast milk is clinically non-significant. No side-effects were observed in a one-month old breastfed baby whose mother was treated with this medication. Drug level in the plasma of this child was undetectable.

Long-term treatment with diuretic drugs (particularly Thiazide type ones with long-lasting effect and loop-acting mechanism) may inhibit lactation, mostly if lactation is not well-established yet. Use as lower dose as possible, especially during the first postnatal month.

American Academy of Pediatrics 2013: Maternal Medication Usually Compatible With Breastfeeding.

WHO Model List of Essential Drugs 2002: Compatible with breastfeeding.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Hydrochlorothiazide 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

  • ヒドロクロロチアジド
  • هيدروكلوروثيازيد
  • Гидрохлоротиазид
  • 氢氯噻嗪

Drug trade names

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