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Cold in breastfeeding mother
Am mother to a 2.5 month old baby
I have got cold since 2 days
Can i take any medicine that help relieve cold also that doesn't affect feeding or the baby
Please suggest
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Common cold is very common after delivery and most cold medicines are safe during breastfeeding,
your baby will not be harmed if we choose the right medicines
Continue breastfeeding it actually helps protect your baby.
Medicine
1.Paracetamol 500 (for fever/body ache)
Twice daily
2. Cetirizine (or Loratadine) 10mg for cold/runny nose
Once before sleeping
3. Saline Nasal Drops/Spray (blocked nose)
2-3 drops in each nostril 3–4 times/day
4. Steam Inhalation
Plain water (no medicines needed)
Duration: 5–10 minutes 2–3 times/day
Example:
Morning: Saline drops + Paracetamol (if needed)
Afternoon: Saline drops
Night: Cetirizine/Loratadine + Steam inhalation
Next Steps
When to come back / consult
• Fever > 3 days
• Worsening cough or thick yellow/green discharge
• Severe throat pain or breathing difficulty
Health Tips
Continue breastfeeding
• Cold does not pass to baby through milk
• Baby actually gets protective antibodies
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Cetrizine or loratidin one at night for 3 days or as required.
Or
STEAM INHALATION WITH VICKS OR EUCALYPTUS OIL TWO TIMES BEFORE MEALS FOR 3 TO 5 DAYS.
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Hello Im Dr aryan
Can understand your apprehension, and concerns with respect to breast feeding
Next Steps
Take tab PCM 500mg for 2 times a day for 3 days
Use nasal saline spray for cold 4 times a day for 3 daya
Health Tips
The general rule of thumb is to keep a space of 3-4 hours after taking medication and next breast feeding. Since its not very predictable if you ever have take antibiotics use breast pump and store the milk (not more than 6 hours at room temperature)
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There are certain medications that don't pass or even if they pass through breastfeed in a very minimal amount and not cause any effects on the baby
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get a consultation
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You can safely take Paracetamol for fever/body pain and Cetirizine or Loratadine for cold symptoms. These medicines are safe during breastfeeding and will not harm your baby. Steam inhalation and saline nasal spray are also safe and helpful.
Next Steps
Continue breastfeeding. Take medicines only as needed. If symptoms persist beyond 3–4 days or fever increases, consult a doctor.
Health Tips
Avoid cold medicines containing pseudoephedrine, phenylephrine, or codeine. Drink warm fluids, take rest, wear a mask, and maintain hand hygiene to protect the baby.
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You can take simple pain‑relief and use local remedies for a cold while continuing to breastfeed, but strong oral “cold & flu” combinations and decongestants like pseudoephedrine should be avoided or used only under a doctor’s advice.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Take allegra
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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6 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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