A member asked:

I am breastfeeding my 4,5 month daughter and i have vaginal infections. can i take povidone-iodine vaginal pessary ? does it badly affect my baby?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

No: Its use is prohibited while breastfeeding. There are treatments for vaginal infections that are safe. See your doctor.

Answered 8/21/2014

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