Dear Lactnetters,
       I'm unsure what to tell a Mom.  This mom has been in the ICU on a
nipride drip for almost 48 hours.  I know the Mom should not breastfeed while on
the medication, but my question is how long after the medication is stopped can
she begin breastfeeding?
       I searched the archives and the most recent information on nipride is
the years 97-98.   Our pharmicists at the hospital stated that she should not
breastfeed for 3-7 days or even up to 42 days because it is 6 times the half
life of the drug.  What!!!!!  I then proceeded to ask how we can test if she is
therapeutic to breastfeed?  I checked with lab and they stated that she can
have her blood tested for cyanide (thiocyanate)--which would take up to 2 days.

       I would greatly appreciate your input.  Thank you.

Julie
IBCLC  Arizona

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