Baricitinib use while Breastfeeding

Summary of Use during Lactation

No information is available on the use of baricitinib during breastfeeding. Most sources recommend that mothers not breastfeed while taking baricitinib. An alternate drug is preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. The manufacturer recommends that women avoid nursing during therapy and for 4 days after the last dose.

Drug Levels

Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects in Breastfed Infants

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Alternate Drugs to Consider

(Rheumatoid Arthritis) Adalimumab, Certolizumab Pegol, Etanercept, Infliximab, Tocilizumab

Substance Name

Baricitinib

CAS Registry Number

1187594-09-7

Drug Class

Breast Feeding

Lactation

Milk, Human

Antirheumatic Agents

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