Is Levocabastine Hydrochloride compatible with breastfeeding? Do we have alternatives for Levocabastine Hydrochloride?

Levocabastine Hydrochloride

October 9, 2016 (Very Low Risk)

Antihistamine for topical use both on nose and eye.

Plasma concentrations reached are very low and, according to the manufacturer, it is excreted into breastmilk in clinically non-significant amount at 0.3 to 0.6% of maternal dose: 1.5 to 3 micrograms.

As in most ophthalmic and nasal topically used preparations, the tiny dose and poor levels in the blood, render it compatible with breastfeeding.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Levocabastine Hydrochloride 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

  • Λεβοκαβαστίνη υδροχλωρική (Greek)
  • Левокабастина Гидрохлорид (Cyrillic)
  • レボカバスチン塩酸塩 (Japanese)
  • C26H29FN2O2,HCl (Molecular formula)

Drug trade names

References

  1. AEMPS. Levocabastina Nasal. Ficha técnica. 2016 Full text (in our servers)
  2. AEMPS. Levocabastina oftálmica. Ficha técnica. 2016 Full text (in our servers)
  3. J & J. Levocabastine. Drug Summary. 2010 Full text (in our servers)