Question 1

can i use avenoc hemorrhoid suppositorie while breastfeeding ?

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Yes: Shouldn't be a problem, it is a herbal medication, would act locally, best wishes

Question 2

i have been taking stellar mama, a multi vitamin for during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. it contains 24mg of iron. can this be making my poo dark? i also have hemorrhoids which occur intermittently.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Iron can darken your stool and cause constipation. It is important to eat plenty of roughage and make sure you are drinking plenty of water

Question 3

which topical creams can i use for hemorrhoids being 33 weeks pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Proctocream: Any topical creams are safe in pregnancy, such as proctocream or preparation-h.

Question 4

can i use monistat 1 while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Monistat okay: Monistat is safe to use while breastfeeding.

Question 5

can i use nail polish while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There is no contraindication.

Question 6

is ciprodex otic use safe when breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Ciprodex otic safe: According to Lactmed, "maternal use of an ear drop or eye drop that contains ciprofloxacin presents negligible risk for the nursing infant." The dex in ciprodex is dexamethasone, it is also negligible risk for the breastfeeding infant due to small dosage of medication.  Ciprodex is safe to use while breastfeeding.

Question 7

is it safe to use saffron while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

As a food flavoring: There shouldn't be an issue with the occasional small amounts you would use in cooking.  There are no studies on its use at higher supplement doses while breastfeeding, so it is recommended to avoid it.

Question 8

is it okay to use kojic soap while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: yes, and check www.AAP.org website for any questions on breastfeeding

Question 9

can i use aspirin externally while breastfeeding?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It still gets absorbed so use sparingly.

Question 10

is it safe to use desoximetasone for hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Topically, yes: But you must address the cause.

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I have been taking stellar mama, a multi vitamin for during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. it contains 24mg of iron. can this be making my poo dark? i also have hemorrhoids which occur intermittently.

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Which topical creams can i use for hemorrhoids being 33 weeks pregnant?

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Can i use monistat 1 while breastfeeding?

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Can i use nail polish while breastfeeding?

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Is ciprodex otic use safe when breastfeeding?

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Is it safe to use saffron while breastfeeding?

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Is it okay to use kojic soap while breastfeeding?

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Is it safe to use desoximetasone for hemorrhoids?

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