Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus and Breastfeeding

Summary of use during lactation

No published information is available on the clinical use of oil of lemon eucalyptus (para-menthanediol) during breastfeeding. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency consider oil of lemon eucalyptus to be safe and effective during breastfeeding when used as directed. It should be used by breastfeeding women to avoid exposure to mosquito-borne viruses. [1] Avoid application directly to the nipple and other areas where the infant might directly ingest the product.

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

Diethyltoluamide, Icaridin, Insect Repellent M 3535

References

1. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Avoid bug bites. Accessed 5/20/2021. http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/avoid-bug-bites#repellent