Last update: March 1, 2009

Paregoric

Low Risk for breastfeeding


Moderately safe. Probably compatible.
Mild risk possible. Follow up recommended.
Read the Comment.

Nowadays no longer used as anti-diarrheic drug.
It is not recommended anymore. Take minimal useful dose, and avoid long-term treatment.

Alternatives

We do not have alternatives for Paregoric.

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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Pharmacokinetics

Variable Value Unit
T1/2 2 hours
M/P ratio 3,6 -

References

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