After childbirth, it may be impossible to do without medication. Young mothers are not protected from colds, then they face the choice of drugs that can be taken during breastfeeding.
Medicines you can take
After the onset of the first syndromes of the disease, it is recommended to start treatment immediately, without waiting for complications. First of all, the mother's illness will affect the baby. When choosing approved medicines for breastfeeding, you need to carefully study the instructions. Contraindications for women during lactation should be clearly spelled out.
Some not prohibited drugs can still have an effect on the health of the baby, since little in-depth research is being done. For this reason, in the process of treatment, you should carefully monitor the child's well-being, strictly observe the dosage. The main medicine prescribed for pregnant and lactating women is Paracetamol.
Why "Paracetamol"
The drug, which has been tested repeatedly over the years, is allowed to be taken by nursing mothers. This medication is prescribed at elevated temperatures caused by colds. It is worth remembering that "Paracetamol" during breastfeeding at the correct doses will not harm, but will help the baby to develop immunity from such diseases.
Studies have shown that the drug lowers the temperature in lactating women within 20 minutes, if used correctly (no more than 4 tablets throughout the day) almost does not get into milk, and it also has analgesic properties. It is better to take the medicine during or immediately after feeding. The maximum concentration of the agent occurs in the mother's blood 30-40 minutes after taking it.
Features of reception
Along with other medicines, you should consult your doctor before using Paracetamol. Although a lot of research is being done, the individual characteristics of the human body are an important factor. If the mother was allergic to "Paracetamol", then you should refuse to take the medication while breastfeeding, as there is a danger of the same reaction in the child.
It is possible to combine the use of this medication with other drugs only on the recommendation of a specialist, under his full control. If there are any manifestations in the child (rash, fever, loose stools, etc.), you need to immediately stop feeding and taking the drug - the main thing is the baby's health.
During treatment, it is recommended to give up coffee and strong tea. It is due to the fact that these drinks increase the concentration of the drug in the blood, which can negatively affect the health of the mother and child. It was recommended to refuse self-medication and uncontrolled intake of "Paracetamol".
