Drugs in lactation Source: LactMed

Urea C 13 and Breastfeeding

Summary of use during lactation

Information in this record refers to the use of urea C13 as a diagnostic agent. Because carbon 13 is not radioactive, no special precautions are required for nursing mothers.

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

Urea C 14

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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