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A 20-year-old female asked:

What should be done to increase lactation?galactagogues are not effective!is there any other go?

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Dr. Riad Homsi
41 years experience
Reglan (metoclopramide): Try some Reglan (metoclopramide) 10 mg 3x/day for 3 days, it will boost your breast feeding with increasing fluid intake.
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Dr. Alison Stuebe
22 years experience
More Breastfeeding: The best way to increase milk supply is to nurse more often. If this isn't helping, see a lactation specialist to see if there is an issue with your breast tissue or your baby's suck.
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