Hi there, I have ulcerative colitis and am in the middle of a bad flare. My doctor has prescribed me the following medication
-prednisone 30 mg tapering by 5mg per week after two weeks
-azathioprine (imuran) 100 mg daily.
- salofalk 4000 mg daily.
I have also been prescribed sulfamethoxazole 800 mg twice daily for a bad case of acne but this medicine is something I am willing to stop if it means being able to continue nursing. The other medications are a must with the severity of my disease though.
I am Concerned about the potential growth impact on my son from the prednisone, as well as the safety of the other meds. Very confused as I want to keep breastfeeding so badly, to provide my baby with protection against my disease but do not want to expose him to harmful toxins.
Will it be safe to continue to nurse?
Thanks
Thanks
-prednisone 30 mg tapering by 5mg per week after two weeks
-azathioprine (imuran) 100 mg daily.
- salofalk 4000 mg daily.
I have also been prescribed sulfamethoxazole 800 mg twice daily for a bad case of acne but this medicine is something I am willing to stop if it means being able to continue nursing. The other medications are a must with the severity of my disease though.
I am Concerned about the potential growth impact on my son from the prednisone, as well as the safety of the other meds. Very confused as I want to keep breastfeeding so badly, to provide my baby with protection against my disease but do not want to expose him to harmful toxins.
Will it be safe to continue to nurse?
Thanks
Thanks
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