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Using gabapentin or pregabalin during breastfeeding

1 March 2022Gabapentin or pregabalin can be taken while breastfeeding and with infant monitoring. Recommendations apply to full term and healthy infants only.

Using emergency contraception during breastfeeding

10 October 2023

Using domperidone for low milk supply

21 June 2024

Using codeine, dihydrocodeine or tramadol during breastfeeding

17 January 2023Tramadol and dihydrocodeine can be used while breastfeeding for pain control. Codeine should not be used . Advice applies to full term, healthy infants.

Using chloramphenicol during breastfeeding

16 June 2022Topical chloramphenicol can be used with caution and monitoring. Systemic chloramphenicol is not recommended. Advice applies to full term and healthy infants.