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Prozac ?s

meljas05meljas05
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My dr. just prescribed prozac... and I'm freaking out about taking it while still breastfeeding.  I've found things on the internet (and my dr. and the pedi both said) saying its safe...... I just HATE taking meds while bfing.  Anyone else on prozac who still BF?  

I am hoping this will help me, but I will not be satisfied if I can't continue to BF.   

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Re: Prozac ?s

  • cooperme2871cooperme2871 member
    When I was put on Prozac I stopped EPing. My doctor said there wasnt anything saying it wasnt safe, but I didnt feel right doing it. If you doctor says it's okay and you feel comfortable doing it, then I would. I think it's your personal choice.
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  • stargirlkatestargirlkate member

    i just started it too and bf.  i even asked a friend who is a pharmacist and she looked into it and said it was fine.  but i know totally what you mean about worrying about taking anything!  i hate to have to take anything too. 

    if youre that concerned can you talk to your dr about trying something else?  hth!

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  • chazzgirlchazzgirl

    I take it and struggled with this too.

    Here in Canada, there is an organization called Motherrisk that studies issues like this. I called them and was assured that LO is getting only very small amounts via breast milk and was told it is safe (I take 20 mg).

    Good luck.  I know exactly how you are feeling.

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