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

Ivermectin

October 8, 2016 (Very Low Risk)

Used as treatment of onchocercosis and filariasis.

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

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Ivermectin 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.

Writings

  • Ιβερμεκτίνη (Greek)
  • إيفيرماكتين (Arabic)
  • Ивермектин (Cyrillic)
  • 伊维菌素 (Chinese)
  • イベルメクチン (Japanese)
  • C48H74O14 (Molecular formula)

Drug trade names

References

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  5. AAP - American Academy of Pediatrics Committee on Drugs. Transfer of drugs and other chemicals into human milk. Pediatrics. 2001Abstract Full text (link to original source) Full text (in our servers)
  6. Ogbuokiri JE, Ozumba BC, Okonkwo PO. Ivermectin levels in human breast milk. Eur J Clin Pharmacol. 1994Abstract
  7. Ogbuokiri JE, Ozumba BC, Okonkwo PO. Ivermectin levels in human breastmilk. Eur J Clin Pharmacol. 1993Abstract