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

Zidovudine

August 12, 2014 (Low Risk)

Anti-HIV drug. It is used to decrease the risk of vertical transmission in newborns. Mothers must be adviced that transmission of HIV infection through breastfeeding has been documented.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Zidovudine.

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

  • Azidothymidine
  • Azt

Drug trade names

References

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  3. Ivana K, Milan G, Blanka K, Hana B. Therapeutic monitoring of lamotrigine during delivery, in the neonatal period, and during lactation. Ther Drug Monit. 2007;29:477. Abstract 53. 2007
  4. WHO / UNICEF. BREASTFEEDING AND MATERNAL MEDICATION Recommendations for Drugs in the Eleventh WHO Model List of Essential Drugs. Department of Child and Adolescent Health and Development (WHO/UNICEF) 2002 Full text (link to original source) Full text (in our servers)