Whether this drug passes into breast milk is not known. But because animal studies suggest that it may increase the risk of some types of cancer, women should carefully consider the safety of using it while breastfeeding.
It is not recommended. However, speak with your doctor, as you may be able to come off them or take alternative medication while you are breastfeeding.
Many, but not all, drugs do go into the milk of breastfeeding women.
NO
Lopid
Gemfibrozil
If it is the 'mini-pill' it is fine to take whilst breastfeeding. The 'combined' pill will however affect you milk production.
It lowers triglycerides and raises HDL
Factors that affect breastfeeding. First is diet, what you eat is what your baby is getting. Drugs, you cant breastfeed while you are taking anti-tuberculosis medication and chemotherapeutics.Time, the frequent you breastfeed, the more milk will be produced.
Studies in animals and humans suggest that gemfibrozil increases the risk of some types of cancer. The drug may also cause gallstones or muscle problems.
Breastfeeding doens't affect periods.
to treat high cholesterol
The effects of this drug have not been studied in pregnant women. Women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should check with their physicians before using gemfibrozil.