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Using benzodiazepines during breastfeeding
15 February 2024
Choosing equivalent doses of oral benzodiazepines
25 January 2022Approximate equivalent doses of oral benzodiazepines to diazepam. Doses are not exact because of differences between the medicines.
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
genericNon-proprietary
Non-proprietary
generic
Tablets 500 micrograms
A3 · Amber 3No stability data is available. There are theoretical concerns with use in CAs, which may be mitigated by risk minimisation.
Airtight container
Protect from light
Store in airtight containers. Protect from light.
7 November 2022
Lactation Safety Information
Oral for epilepsy
Oral
for epilepsy
Suitable alternative antiepileptic
Limited published evidence of safety
Long half-life increases risk of accumulation in breastfed infants
Apnoea and cyanosis reported in infant exposed in utero and via breast milk
Long term use should be avoided during breastfeeding
30 July 2020
Parenteral for status epilepticus
Parenteral
for status epilepticus
Lorazepam
Limited published evidence of safety
Small amounts in breast milk
Long half-life increases risk of accumulation in breastfed infants with repeated doses
Signs of respiratory depression reported in an infant after exposure in utero and early breastfeeding
Short-term therapy (1-2 doses) considered not to pose a risk to the infant
30 July 2020