Last update Aug. 26, 2017
Very Low Risk
We do not have alternatives for Ephedrine Topical Use since it is relatively safe.
Suggestions made at e-lactancia are done by APILAM team of health professionals, 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.
Ephedrine Topical Use belongs to these groups or families:
Main tradenames from several countries containing Ephedrine Topical Use in its composition:
Variable | Value | Unit |
---|---|---|
Oral Bioavail. | Baja - Poor | % |
Molecular weight | 165 | daltons |
T½ | 3 - 6 | hours |
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e-lactancia is a resource recommended by IHAN of Spain
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It has been used as complementary drug for local anesthesia, on compounds for dermatology or oral surgical procedures.
Since the last update we have not found published data on its excretion in breast milk.
They are harmless when properly used. Absorption is almost nil (AEMPS 2008).
Avoid applying it on the breast, otherwise, cleanse the area thoroughly and/or do it after having nursed.
List of WHO essential medicines: compatible with breastfeeding (WHO / UNICEF 2002).