Because no information is available on the use of edoxaban during breastfeeding and the drug is orally absorbable, an alternate drug is preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.[1,2]
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.
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Cohen H, Arachchillage DR, Beyer-Westendorf J, et al. Direct oral anticoagulants and women. Semin Thromb Hemost. 2016;42:789–97. [PubMed: 27706531]
Substance Identification
Substance Name
Edoxaban
CAS Registry Number
480449-70-5
Drug Class
Breast Feeding
Lactation
Milk, Human
Anticoagulants
Antithrombins
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