Drugs in lactation Source: LactMed

Lanthanum Carbonate and Breastfeeding

Summary of use during lactation

No information is available on the use of lanthanum carbonate during breastfeeding in humans. In animal studies, lanthanum was deposited in the bones of juvenile animals. Lanthanum carbonate should not be used in nursing mothers. An alternate drug is recommended.

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

Aluminum Hydroxide, Calcium Acetate, Calcium Carbonate, Ferric Citrate, Sevelamer, Sucroferric Oxyhydroxide

Source: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed®), National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, NCBI Bookshelf. Check LactMed for the most recent revision.

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