Topirimate in pregnancy and breastfeeding
In July 2022 MHRA issued new guidance on the use of topirimate in women of childbearing age both in the treatment of epilepsy and prevention of migraine https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/topiramate-topamax-start-of-safety-review-triggered-by-a-study-reporting-an-increased-risk-of-neurodevelopmental-disabilities-in-children-with-prenatal-exposure#:~:text=Topiramate%20and%20current%20pregnancy%20prevention%20requirements,-Before%20the%20initiation&text=For%20migraine%20prophylaxis%2C%20topiramate%20is,a%20patient%20who%20is%20pregnant. The new safety review was triggered by a large observational study ( Bjørk M et al 2022) reporting that prenatal exposure to topiramate is associated with an […]
Buscopan (Hyoscine) and Breastfeeding
Buscopan is compatible with breastfeeding Hyoscine which is most frequent referred to by mothers under the trade name of Buscopan ™. It is used to resolve smooth muscle spasm often in irritable bowel syndrome. It can also help bladder 0cramps and period pain. The BNF states that the amount in breastmilk is too small to […]
Rescue Remedy and Breastfeeding
Many people like to take Rescue Remedy when they are anxious or more frequently, I have found, when taking a driving test or exam. There are no research studies that I am aware of. However, the Rescue Remedy site is quite reassuring. “The Rescue Remedy® formula contains a carefully selected blend of five flower remedies and […]
Omeprazole and Breastfeeding
Omeprazole is compatible with breastfeeding Omeprazole (Losec™) is a proton pump inhibitor used to block acid secretion for a variety of reasons including: Reflux Oesaphagitis To protect the stomach against drugs like ibuprofen or prednisolone The capsules contain gastro-resistant granules, the tablets are also gastro-resistant so that very little of the drug can pass into […]
Narcolepsy and Breastfeeding
This is a topic on which I confess I had no knowledge. I havent had many queries over the years but most were focussed on asking about modenafil. So a question this week prompted me to do some more research and add it into a factsheet. Hope it helps wendy@breastfeeding-and-breastfeeding.co.uk Factsheet narcolepsy and breastfeeding https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/narcolepsy.pdf