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Z-pack & Pregnancy
Asked by N.O. from Dallas
on January 31, 2008
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Have any of you had to take a z-pack with pregnancy?
I had one prescribed to me on Monday by my OB for an upper resp infection and
I'm now on my 3rd day of taking i...
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- I took a Z-pak around Christmas time! My dr assured me that it was ok...I never had any problems, but maybe you should try eating w/the pill...hope you start feeling b...
- Zithromax can be really hard on the gut, which is likely what's causing the cramping. Because you're having the cramping, your baby is likely more active. The baby is...
- I took a z-pack at 38 weeks pregnant. I was scheduled for a c-section in a week and was coughing every two minutes. I did not have any ill effects from it; in fact, I...
Is Taking a "Z Pack" Antibiotic Safe While Nursing?
Asked by L.K. from Los Angeles
on March 7, 2009
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I'm nursing my 10 month old 4 times a day and I got sick... My dr prescribed z pack and told me it was safe to take and that it wont have any effects on my baby. Anyo...
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- Hi L., I took Z-pak a couple times while nursing my son (mastitis-sp?) & once with my daughter. My OB prescribed it each time. I didn't have any problems & the kids d...
- i took it while nursing my 9 mo old (just last month) and he was fine. i actually asked this same question a few weeks back- you can search the site for my responses, ...
- The very best thing to do in regard to any prescription given during pregnancy or breastfeeding is ASK. Ask your Pharmacist..sometimes doctors who aren't specialized i...
Breastfeeding While Taking Zithromax (Antibiotic)
Asked by D.M. from Los Angeles
on February 15, 2009
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I have a bad case of strep throat, and at the urgent care the md prescribed Zithromax (azithromycin) for me. I have many allergies (bactrim ds, amoxil, keflex, augment...
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- Hey D., My daughter took it while nursing, no problems at all. Nursing is always the best. Hope you feel better, V.
- don't take it! Please, consider safer alternatives. here is a list of homeopathic practitioners in CA, there got to be at least one close to you! even if not, it is wo...
- Zithromax has quite a bit of research for preg/nursing since it is also indicated for std's and was given to women when the benefits outweighed the risks - they were a...
When to Stop Breastfeeding
Asked by J.N. from Lincoln
on April 27, 2008
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I am looking for opinions on when it is ok to stop breastfeeding. I nursed my 1st child to 11 mo, second didn't work out so well, and was only able to nurse for 7 wee...
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- Hello- I just wanted to let you know that you should never feel guilty- you did more for your children than many people do! I nursed all three of my children- the old...
- Relax its ok to stop breastfeeding. Its very time consuming. I breastfed all three of my boys for no longer then 6 months. My boys are now 21 and 16 and have never h...
- I only breast fed my 2 boys for 6 weeks. My doctor (who is a specialist in the pediatric field) told me that even if you only breast feed for 1 week it is better than ...
?Pain in Breast, Breastfeeding!
Asked by K.M. from Laredo
on September 27, 2010
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Hi ladies,
I just had my daughter three weeks ago, and this time around the breastfeeding process hasnt been going as smoothly as it was with my first. She was d...
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- I'm currently breastfeeding my fifth baby. I got several clogged milk ducts and I have pain even when they aren't clogged. For me, I need to drink a glass of water w...
- You could probably get a lactation consultant or La Leche League person on the phone and they'd be more helpful than me! But just wondering if it is always a shooting ...
- It sounds like you are in the beginning stages of mastitis. Is is slightly painful at first and then goes from there to really painful. Call your dr. and tell them y...
Breastfeeding - Anyone Had to Take Prescription Medicine?
Asked by H.F. from Chicago
on July 2, 2008
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Hi area moms-
I was just diagnosed with strep throat and my Dr gave me a prescription (zithromax) and I can't breastfeed for 10 days... I have to pump/dump and use up...
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- Sorry for the delay. I just got in touch with a good friend, a lactation consultant and nurse. Okay...so you CAN keep breastfeeding!!! When you are taking Zithromax...
- Hi, I had pnemonia during the first 9 weeks of my pregnancy. The dr.'s had to give me an antibiotic and ensured me that it was safe to take during the pregnancy. ...
- Did your doctor tell you to stop nursing? If so, he/she must not be an advocate of nursing. I would speak with your OB/GYN about the drug transfers or refer to the a...
Alternative to Amoxicillin for Breastfeeding Mom
Asked by M.R. from Syracuse
on January 28, 2008
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I have a raging sinus infection to which my primary care physician prescribed Amoxicillin. Problem is, I would have to pump and dump for 7 days and my 4 month old does...
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- It sounds like the Amoxicillin is OK for breastfeeding -- but I agree with other posters who recommend that you should check in with a lactation consultant. Another sa...
- I have never taken antibiotics for something like that. If you eliminate dairy from your diet for the week, you'll cut back on how much musus your body is producing. I...
- My advice is: do not take the antibiotic. Besides the fact that you are breastfeeding and your baby is ONLY 4 months old, and doesn't take a bottle, taking an antibio...
Medical Question
Asked by V.D. from Salt Lake City
on December 28, 2010
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I went to the doctor 5 days ago with a bad cough that hurt my chest when I coughed. The doctor thought I had bronchitis sends me away with a antibiotic and cough syru...
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- I don't know what you could have, but I defiantely think your doctor diagnosed you wrong. I would go back and tell your doctor all of your symptoms. It very well cou...
- The doctor diagnosed and treated you for the symptoms you had at the time. If you feel you should be seen again my all means go and describe all of your new symptoms....
- Mono requires a blood test. I had mono when I was 18, was misdiagnosed as a sinus infection, given a antibiotic to which I had a funny reaction to (my face swelled up...
Breast Hurting After Mastitus
Asked by H.R. from Myrtle Beach
on October 9, 2008
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Hi moms, I am hurting so bad. I had mastitus this past weekend and since the plugged milk ducts have gone I have been having pain in my nipples. The pain is on the ins...
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- If you had antibiotics for the mastitis, it could definitely be yeast. Yeast is often burning pain in the nipples. You can try probiotics or plain yogurt on your nip...
- i had a horrible time w/ clogged milk ducts and tremendous pain in my breasts...massage, hot showers and compresses help, along w/ pumping. if he's hungry enough he'll...
- H., So glad you found the source of the problem. I'm sorry you've gone through this. Boy, did we fight thrush! You may already know this, but just in case, EVERY...
Blood in My 4 Month Old's Stool
Asked by A.M. from Los Angeles
on July 31, 2008
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Just starting today I have noticed blood in my baby's stool. He is still 100% breastfed. I am taking an antibiotic now for mastitus (sp?) - Keflex but it is supposed t...
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- My son had fresh blood in his stool starting around 3 months and was diagnosed with allergic proctitis. Through my own dietary changes, the best we could come up with...
- I'm not sure about your son but to help avoid taking any medication ,put cabbage leaves in your braw for the mastitis.I know it sounds crazy but it works!Good luck!
- I read through the posts- most of the moms had the same thing that happened with me and my daughter as well...inability to break down the protein in dairy, soy and bee...
