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Does taking metformin while  breastfeeding my 6 month old baby boy will couse any problems for him as he is not exclusively breastfed
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The very limited amounts of metformin observed in breast milk are highly unlikely to lead to substantial exposure in the breastfed baby. Metformin can be considered a safe medication in a breastfeeding mother.
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Benefits more than risk here. Continue breastfeeding while taking metformin and remain in touch with your pediatrician
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