Category: Breastfeeding

Approximately 90-99% of breastfeeding women will take a medication during the first week postpartum, prompting concerns about infant exposure. While almost all substances pass into breast milk to some degree, the more accurate question is, "What drugs don't go into breast milk in clinically significant amounts?".

Between 2003 and 2015, the number of privately insured women aged 15-44 who filled a prescription for an ADHD medication increased by 344%. For these mothers, a critical question arises: does Adderall get into breast milk and is it safe for their baby?

For mothers facing low milk supply and individuals pursuing induced lactation, medications known as galactagogues are sometimes used to help. Up to 83% of US mothers initiate breastfeeding, but one of the main reasons for cessation is the perceived lack of milk, prompting the question: **What drug induces lactation?** The following information should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice from a qualified healthcare provider.