02
Feb
Allergy Medicine While Nursing. The risks of allergy medicine while nursing. Do this 2 or 3x a day until symptoms subside. Drugs containing Loratadine. Just be careful because over-the-counter allergy medications are often combined with other drugs in one liquid or pill.
If youre taking a medication that could be harmful to your baby your health care provider might recommend an alternative medication. Some of the possible side effects of Benadryl on nursing. It is important to read the label of ingredients or ask your pharmacist if you do not know what is in the medication you are considering. First generation antihistamines have been on the market longer but are associated with more intense side effects including drowsiness dry mouth and dry eyes. Fortunately most of the newer non-sedating antihistamines can be used by breastfeeding mothers. Or he or she might recommend breast-feeding when the medication.
Also the benefit of continuing to take a medication for a chronic condition while breast-feeding often outweighs any potential risks.
But if youre nursing then of. These antihistamines help relieve sneezing itchy watery eyes runny nose and hives. The prescription and over-the-counter allergy medications commonly used to treat allergy symptoms are safe to take while breastfeeding. Or he or she might recommend breast-feeding when the medication. Drugs containing Loratadine. If youre taking a medication that could be harmful to your baby your health care provider might recommend an alternative medication.