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Applied Chloramphenicol ointment on eyes
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I am breastfeeding mother of seven weeks baby. I had itchy eyes and hence applied little bit eye tube chloromycetin aplicap in my one eye. Will it affect breastmilk? Should I avoid feeding?
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Chloromycetin can affect the baby. Consult your doctor before taking any medications.
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