QUESTION: I was wondering if it was okay for me to take a medication called Midron which is used for migraine headaches while breastfeeding my daughter?
Thank you.

Kimberly

Very little is known about the effects of Midrin (Tylenol is its major component) in the nursing baby. There are better choices available that are compatible with nursing such as Imitrex, Elavil, and Inderal. The medications that I suggest as alternatives Elavil and Inderal are for prevention more than stopping a current attack and have mild side effects in the MOTHER (not seen in the baby) -- dry mouth, some drowsiness etc. These other types of treatment would be up to you to discuss with your doctor.

Good Luck

Anne Norton-Krawciw, RPh, IBCLC
Pharmacist/International Board Certified Lactation Consultant

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