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Using metronidazole during breastfeeding
22 December 2023
Metronidazole (oral) for use within sexual health services
5 October 2021A PGD template developed by SPS and the British Association of Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH) and British Association of HIV (BHIVA).
How should medicines be dosed in children who are obese?
28 May 2021Review on how to calculate medicine doses in children who are obese which includes a table on commonly prescribed medicines.
Medicine Compliance Aid Stability
genericAurobindo Pharma-Milpharm Ltd
Aurobindo Pharma-Milpharm Ltd
generic
Tablets 200mg, 400mg
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
Metronidazole tablets darken after prolonged exposure to light.
20 December 2022
FlagylSANOFI
SANOFI
Flagyl
Tablets 400mg
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
Airtight container. Protect from light
29 September 2022
Lactation Safety Information
Intravenous / Oral / Suppositories
Intravenous / Oral / Suppositories
Evidence shows moderate levels in breast milk and infant serum; infant serum levels far less than those when used therapeutically in infants
Only minor gastro-intestinal disturbances reported
No interruption of breastfeeding required, even after 2g oral doses
Monitor infant for gastro-intestinal disturbances and oral candida infection, especially if used in high doses, although these effects are unlikely to occur
Seek specialist advice if use required for longer than a few weeks
22 October 2021
For topical use including intravaginal gel
For topical use including intravaginal gel
Although there is no direct evidence for topical/intravaginal use during breastfeeding, maternal systemic absorption is minimal and therefore milk levels will be negligible
When applying creams/gel, ensure the baby does not come into contact with the areas of the body it is applied to. Wash hands thoroughly after application
22 October 2021