Is Lanolin Ultrapure Medical Grade Usp Modified Lanolin compatible with breastfeeding? Do we have alternatives for Lanolin Ultrapure Medical Grade Usp Modified Lanolin?

Lanolin Ultrapure Medical Grade Usp Modified Lanolin

August 31, 2015 (Very Low Risk)

Ultrapure Medical Grade USP Modified Lanolin is alcohol, BHT and pesticides free, safe for use on even the most sensitive skin or where infant ingestion may occur.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Lanolin Ultrapure Medical Grade Usp Modified Lanolin 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.

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References

  1. Shanazi M, Farshbaf Khalili A, Kamalifard M, Asghari Jafarabadi M, Masoudin K, Esmaeli F. Comparison of the Effects of Lanolin, Peppermint, and Dexpanthenol Creams on Treatment of Traumatic Nipples in Breastfeeding Mothers. J Caring Sci. 2015Abstract Full text (link to original source) Full text (in our servers)
  2. Vieira F, Bachion MM, Mota DD, Munari DB. A systematic review of the interventions for nipple trauma in breastfeeding mothers. J Nurs Scholarsh. 2013Abstract
  3. Dennis CL, Schottle N, Hodnett E, McQueen K. An all-purpose nipple ointment versus lanolin in treating painful damaged nipples in breastfeeding women: a randomized controlled trial. Breastfeed Med. 2012Abstract