Jakarta –
Many supplements are believed to increase breast milk production, sold freely in the market. In addition, there are also medicines that are considered safe to drink when the mother is sick. But, can breastfeeding mothers drink both without consulting a doctor?
According to ob-gyn and medical examiner, Meredith Shur, MD, all drugs can have side effects and are harmful to the body. So, do not carelessly take drugs without consulting a doctor or medical officer.
“Make sure you take it exactly as directed and that your doctor can follow it up on a regular basis,” Shur said Very Well Family.
Mothers also need to understand what drugs are really useful for increasing breast milk supply. Because, in addition to drugs, there are many natural ways that can be done to stimulate the breasts to secrete milk.
On some breastfeeding medicine, there are side effects that can be very dangerous. The contents may pass into breast milk and affect the baby. The condition of the body to the behavior of the little one can change because the drugs we drink pass into breast milk.
“The risks posed by drugs may outweigh the benefits, so they are not used to increase breast milk supply,” Shur said.
In addition to increasing milk production, medical drugs are also often used to treat health problems. For example, fever-reducing drugs for mothers who experience mastitis with fever symptoms.
Others have to do with seasonal changes or allergies that cause coughs or colds. Decreased body condition due to illness can interfere with the breastfeeding process.
Use of medical drugs during breastfeeding can’t be careless, yes, Mother. Before actually consuming it, you need to understand the concept of medical treatment during breastfeeding.
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