Acarbose and Breastfeeding

Summary of use during lactation

Because less than 2% of a dose of acarbose is absorbed from the mother's gastrointestinal tract, it is unlikely that any drug reaches the infant through breastmilk.[1]

Drug levels in milk and infant serum

Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date. Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects in breastfed infants

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects on lactation and breastmilk

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Alternative drugs to consider

Glipizide, Glyburide, Insulin, Metformin, Miglitol

References

1. Everett JA. Use of oral antidiabetic agents during breastfeeding. J Hum Lact 1997;13:319-21.9429368 PubMed