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Breast-feeding and medications: What's safe?
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Do all medications pass into breast milk?
Does my baby's health and age influence how he or she might be affected by exposure to medication in my breast milk?
Should I stop breast-feeding while taking medication?
What medications are safe to take while breast-feeding?
Do I need my health care provider's OK ahead of time?
What if my baby has a reaction?
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If you're breast-feeding, you're giving your baby a healthy start. However, if you need to take medication, you might have questions about the possible impact on your breast milk. Here's what you need to know.