Last update: Dec. 12, 2020
Safe. Compatible.
Minimal risk for breastfeeding and infant.
We do not have alternatives for Loratadine since it is relatively safe.
Suggestions made at e-lactancia are done by APILAM´s pediatricians and pharmacists, and are based on updated scientific publications.
It is not intended to replace the relationship you have with your doctor but to compound it.
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Thank you for helping to protect and promote breastfeeding.
Loratadine in other languages or writings:
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e-lactancia is a resource recommended by IHAN from Spain
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Second generation anti-histaminic drug with low sedative effect.
Oral administration once a day.
Excreted in non-significant amount into breast milk (Hilbert 1988). No side effects were observed in breastfed infants of treated mothers (Merlob 2002).
Various medical societies and expert consensus consider the use of this medication safe during breastfeeding (Butler 2014, Amir 2011, So 2010, Leachman 2006, National Asthma Ed. 2004, Solhaug 2004, Mitchell 1999, Ghaeli 1993).
The British Society of Immunology and Allergy rates it compatible with breastfeeding (Powell 2007).
American Academy of Pediatrics: medication usually compatible with breastfeeding (AAP 2001).