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Re: Erythromycin oral in 3rd trimesterFrom: R. Daniel Braun, MD (anonymous@obgyn.net)Fri, 15 Mar 2002 07:43:13 -0600 (CST)
At Thu, 14 Mar 2002, Julie wrote: > >I read that Erythromycin taken in pregnancy is relatively safe and does >not >corss the placenta. What concerns me is i am 35 weeks pregnant and am >planning on breastfeeding. Everything I read online about Erythromycin >says >it is excreted in large amounts in breast milk. Also read if >breastfeeding one must >not use the milk and discard it until Erythromycin treatment is done. > >2 questions... If I was to deliver while taking this would it mean I >could >not breatsfeed right away? Also how long does Erythromycin take to get >out >of the breastmilk after finishing a dose? > >Reason for the prescription is a sinus infection that has not cleared up >on >its own. I haven't filled it until I am sure what the deal is with this >drug. Erythromycin is probably the safest antibiotic known to man.
-- R.Daniel Braun, MD FACOG FOG **Note: Opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.
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