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A member asked:

I am diagonised with rheumatoid . now i am breastfeeding . can i take painkillers ibuprofen now. is it safe to take during breastfeeding?

10 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: If you take Ibuprofen while breast-feeding, the risk is minimal.

Dr Sojico agreed

Answered 6/25/2014

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Yes: Luckily, ibuprofen is relatively safe as not a lot crosses into breast milk and in small amounts is ok for baby.

Dr Fowler and 6 doctors agreed

Answered 7/19/2014

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