pharmacology in breast feeding Flashcards
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2
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What are the benefits of breast feeding for the baby
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- Reduced risk of infection
- Increased brain function and cognitive function
- Protection against atopic diseases such as eczema
- Lower risk of insulin-dependant diabetes
- lower incidence of sudden infant death syndrome
3
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What are the benefits of breastfeeding for the mother
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- Reduction in risk of pre-menopausal breast and ovarian cancer and hip fractures
- Less uterus bleeding
- Prevents post-natal depression
- Faster weight loss folliwing pregnancy
4
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What drugs are cytotoxic during breast feeding
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- Cytotoxics
- Immunosuppressants
- Anti-convulsants (not all)
- Drugs of abuse (consider - recreational)
- Amiodarone
- Lithium
- Radio-iodine
5
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What drug inhibits lactation
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Cabergoline
6
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What drug enhances lactation
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Metoclopramide 10mg 2-3x a day
