is it safe to drink roasted dandelion root tea if i am breastfeeding?

Question

Is it ok to drink dandelion root tea while on Prozac (fluoxetine) 40mg/day? Are there any interactions? Thanks

Answer 1

Should be OK: The traditional medicine doesn't have an official information regarding safety of the dandelion root tea while breastfeeding. Check with naturopathic or alternative medicine doctor.

Answer 2

Yes it is: Per the national libary of medicine database- lactmed- it is generally recognized as safe by the fda. Some believe it is a galactogue (increases breast milk production) but there are no clinical trials to support this. More on breastfeeding and medications http://breastfeedingonline.Com/meds.Shtml#sthash.Lbsbjbme.Dpbs.

Answer 3

Possibly: Agree with dr. Poinsett that this herb is generally recognized as safe . . . Yet we have no information that definitely establishes its safety in breastfeeding. Are you looking for safe ways to help you produce breast milk? Mother's milk tea by traditional medicinals may work & be safer. Here's a helpful article describing additional, behavioral steps to take also: http://tinyurl.Com/k6b2gf2.

Answer 4

Yes: But this depends heavily on what medication you are taking. Post more info on the specifics and we can be more help if possible.

Answer 5

Yes: According to all current data available, it seems that there are no adverse effects experienced by babies whose mothers have been taking Rocaltrol (calcitriol).

Answer 6

Yes: According to lactmed, a free database from the national library of medicine on medications and breastfeeding, if you need to take Rocaltrol (calcitriol) there is no need to discontinue breastfeeding.

Answer 7

Not many: I don't think any of the prescription sleeping pills are safe. Otcs contain antihistamines that can decrease milk supply, so that's not ideal either. Perhaps the best "sleeping pill" would be warm milk, a relaxing massage, or snuggle time with your partner.

Answer 8

Not many: Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is resonably safe but may decrease your breast milk supply. Other sedative medications will make it difficult to respond to your child when they need to feed and may cross in the breast milk as well. Self hypnosis works well with no side effects.

Answer 9

Mastitis: Yes, it is safe to nurse your baby with the infected breast. The main cause for the mastitis is your baby not emptying the breast during feedings.

Answer 10

Tobacco and other : Drugs cause harm to the infant, most foods are quite safe.

is it safe to drink roasted dandelion root tea if i am breastfeeding?

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

Ask U.S. doctors your own question and get educational, text answers — it's anonymous and free!

HealthTap doctors are based in the U.S., board certified, and available by text or video.

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:

Similar questions

Can I take blood pressure pills while breastfeeding?

Can I take rocaltrol (calcitriol) while breastfeeding?

Which sleeping pills are safe while breastfeeding?

Can I breastfeed my baby if I have mastitis?

What must I avoid or limit in my diet while breastfeeding besides alcohol?

Related questions

90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:

Found in:

People also asked

Disclaimer:

Get the free app for Members

Get the free app for Doctors