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Salicylic acid is a compound obtained from white willow bark and wintergreen leaves, and also prepared synthetically. It has bacteriostatic, fungicidal and keratolytic actions. It is used topically to treat acne, psoriasis, corns and calluses, keratosis pilaris and warts.
At the time of last update we found no published data on its excretion in breast milk.
Systemic absorption depends on the concentration of the product used and the time used and can be as high as 10-25% of that applied to the skin (Madan 2014, Fung 2008). Although significant plasma levels are not expected (Butler 2014, Lee 2013), it is recommended not to use during breastfeeding on large areas of skin or for prolonged periods.
Do not apply on the breast to avoid ingestion by the infant; if necessary, apply after a feeding and clean well with water before the next feeding. (Gottlieb 2019, Rademaker 2018)
Several medical societies and expert authors consider the use of this medication safe during breastfeeding. (Ly 2023, Gottlieb 2019, Murase 2015, Schaefer 2015, Butler 2014, Lee 2013, Kong 2013)
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