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Is it safe to take azemix 250 for acne treatment while breastfeeding?

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Dr. Justin Greiwe answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Safety Data Unknown: If you are referring to azithromycin (Zmax, Zithromax) 250mg for the treatment of acne then lactation safety data is unknown: there is inadequate literature available to assess risk; caution advised.

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Answered 3/7/2015

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