Post-Natal

Question 1

Which drugs should be avoided while breastfeeding?

Answer 1

1. Amiodarone
2. Methotrexate
3. Carbimazole
4. Aspirin
5. Clozapine
6. Lithium
7. Tetracycline, sulphonamides, chloramphenicol, ciprofloxacin

Question 2

Which antibiotics are safe to prescribe to a woman who is breastfeeding?

Answer 2

1. Penicillins
2. Cephalosporins
3. Trimethoprim

Question 3

Which anticonvulsants are safe to prescribe to a woman who is breastfeeding?

Answer 3

1. Sodium valproate

2. Carbamazepine