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Which drugs are excreted through breast milk?: A Comprehensive Guide for Lactating Parents

5 min read
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while most medications do pass into breast milk, most do so in such tiny amounts that they have little or no effect on the infant. However, the amount and potential for harm vary significantly depending on the drug, making it vital to understand **which drugs are excreted through breast milk** and the factors influencing this process.

What Drugs Are Used to Induce Lactation?: A Pharmacological Overview

4 min read
Induced lactation is a process that allows individuals who have not been pregnant to produce breast milk, a practice used by adoptive parents, trans women, and non-gestational parents. This can be achieved through a combination of consistent breast stimulation and certain specific medications, known as galactagogues, which are the primary drugs used to induce lactation.