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  1. dm+d
  2. Articles
  3. Lactation Safety Information
    1. Inhalation
    2. For intranasal use
    3. For topical use

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Articles

Fluticasone furoate nasal spray for sinusitis

1 February 2024

Using inhaled or topical corticosteroids during breastfeeding

17 July 2023

Compatibility of nebuliser solution combinations

22 June 2022Guidance on what to consider when mixing nebuliser solutions and advice on which combinations are compatible.

Example medicines to prescribe by brand name in primary care

27 March 2022Prescribe certain medicines by brand to ensure supply of the same product. Examples are grouped by therapeutic area. The list of products is not exhaustive.
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Lactation Safety Information

Inhalation

Inhalation
Yes
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No published evidence of safety
Low levels anticipated in milk due to the drug’s properties
Safety in Lactation: Drugs for obstructive airways disease
17 September 2020
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For intranasal use

For intranasal use
Yes
There are no additional risks when used in combination in intranasal preparations containing azelastine
Safety in Lactation: Drugs used in nasal allergy
17 September 2020

For topical use

For topical use
Yes
High potency
Safety in Lactation: Topical corticosteroids
17 September 2020
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