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Is permethrin 5% cream safe to use while breast feeding? and is it safe to use on my 2 year old and 8 month old?
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Permethrin : Not known if safe for breastfeeding so I would not recommend it if you are. It is safe for children two months and older
Answered 8/23/2016
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