How long after a mother takes Motrin can she breastfeed?
Oct 13, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Motrin usually refers to ibuprofen suspension. In general, mothers can resume breastfeeding 24 hours after taking ibuprofen suspension. Ibuprofen suspension is commonly used to treat fever caused by the common cold or influenza, and also helps relieve pain symptoms such as headaches and joint pain. After oral administration, ibuprofen suspension is generally metabolized in the liver and takes effect within half an hour.
Advil usually refers to ibuprofen suspension. In general, mothers can resume breastfeeding 24 hours after taking ibuprofen suspension.
Ibuprofen suspension is commonly used to treat fever caused by the common cold or influenza, and also helps relieve pain symptoms such as headaches and joint pain. Breastfeeding women may use this medication under a doctor's guidance for fever reduction, but should not breastfeed immediately after taking the medication. If breastfeeding occurs right after taking the drug, its components may pass into the baby's body through breast milk and affect the normal development of the baby's organs. After oral administration, ibuprofen is generally metabolized by the liver, takes effect within half an hour, and is typically completely eliminated from the body within 24 hours, after which it is safe to resume breastfeeding.
It is recommended that during the medication period, mothers feed their babies nutritionally rich formula milk until the drug has been fully cleared from the body before resuming breastfeeding. Breastfeeding women can also increase their fluid intake to promote urination and accelerate drug elimination. They should consume nutrient-rich foods such as milk and eggs, along with fresh vegetables and fruits, and avoid spicy or irritating foods.
