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    Mother wondering if she can take Zyrtec while breastfeeding fullterm newborn.

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    Dear Murphy,

    Zyrtec (cetirizine) is one of the preferred antihistamines during breastfeeding since it is non-sedating. Animal studies suggest that three percent of the maternal dose enters breastmilk. The time the medication is highest in breastmilk is the first one and one-half hours after the dose, so the mother should avoid breastfeeding during that time. She should observe her infant for sedation.

    Sincerely,
    Cindy Pride, MSN, CPNP
    TTUHSC InfantRisk Center

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