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Subject:
Albuterol (salbutamol in other parts of the world)
From:
Jack Newman <[log in to unmask]>
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Lactation Information and Discussion <[log in to unmask]>
Date:
Fri, 23 May 1997 16:20:27 -0500
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There should be absolutely no concern about using salbutamol while
breastfeeding.  We use salbutamol in very young infants with
bronchiolitis and wheezing, in large doses.  Taken by mouth, absorption
is rather poor.  Half life is short.

No need for alternative medication.

Jack Newman, MD, FRCPC

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