Last update: June 4, 2016
Safe. Compatible.
Minimal risk for breastfeeding and infant.
We do not have alternatives for Verapamil Hydrochloride since it is relatively safe.
Suggestions made at e-lactancia are done by APILAM´s pediatricians and pharmacists, and are based on updated scientific publications.
It is not intended to replace the relationship you have with your doctor but to compound it.
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Thank you for helping to protect and promote breastfeeding.
Verapamil Hydrochloride is also known as
Verapamil Hydrochloride in other languages or writings:
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e-lactancia is a resource recommended by El Parto Es Nuestro from Spain
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It is excreted in breast milk in clinically non-significant amount and no problems have been observed in infants whose mothers were receiving this treatment.
Plasma levels in these infants were undetectable or very low.
Verapamil may induce to an increase of plasma Prolactin levels.
American Academy of Pediatrics: usually compatible with breastfeeding medication.
WHO List of Essential Medicines 2002: compatible with breastfeeding.