Effect of maternal antibiotics on breast feeding infants.
Antibiotic usage is fairly common among breastfeeding mothers and there is potential for transfer to infants through breast milk. While most medicines taken by lactating women cause no harm to their babies, at times it can result in serious consequences. This article reviews the principles governing transfer of maternal antibiotics to breast milk, its clinical significance, and ways to minimise inadvertent infant exposure.
Mathew
J L
JL
Department of Pediatrics, Advanced Pediatrics Centre, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India. jlmathew@hotmail.com
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000493:pharmacokinetics*; D001942:Breast Feeding; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006863:Hydrogen-Ion Concentration; D007223:Infant; D018811:Maternal Exposure / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008895:Milk, Human / Q000737:chemistry*; D012307:Risk Factors
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents