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Can Effexor Be Taken While Breastfeeding?
Hi I had a baby 9 weeks ago and during pregnancy and the first 8 weeks I was taking 60 mg of Prozac my dr has switched me to Effexor 150 mg now I am wondering if it is safe to breastfeed my baby now that I have switched I was previously giving pumped breast milk while on Prozac
Mon, 19 Mar 2018
Hello,
Effexor (Venlafaxine) medicine metabolizes secreted in breastmilk. As such no acute side effects can be observed in child. However, on long run weight gain can be seen.
Besides it also causes sedation in child, you should keep an eye on these symptoms. Alternative options are Paroxetine or Nortriptyline drugs but consult your treating physicians for that.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Hiren Hirpara
Effexor (Venlafaxine) medicine metabolizes secreted in breastmilk. As such no acute side effects can be observed in child. However, on long run weight gain can be seen.
Besides it also causes sedation in child, you should keep an eye on these symptoms. Alternative options are Paroxetine or Nortriptyline drugs but consult your treating physicians for that.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Hiren Hirpara
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