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Why isn't secnidazole safe while breast feeding? my doctor said it is, but every other source says it is not. what is the risk to my baby?

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In breast milk: This antiparasitic imadazole derivative is actively excreted in breast milk and has potential toxicity for the breast feeding baby.

Answered 8/25/2015

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