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

Naltrexone

October 28, 2014 (Low Risk)

Antagonist of opium derivative drugs similar to Naloxone. Used for alcohol dehabituation therapy.

Alternatives

Acamprosate Calcium (Low Risk probable)

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.

Drug trade names

References

Sachs HC; Committee On Drugs. The transfer of drugs and therapeutics into human breast milk: an update on selected topics. Pediatrics. 2013Abstract Full text (link to original source) Full text (in our servers)