Verelan PM and Breastfeeding

The manufacturer of Verelan PM recommends that women who are breastfeeding avoid Verelan PM due to the potentially serious side effects that could occur to the nursing infant. Women who decide to breastfeed should talk to their healthcare providers about taking the blood pressure medication, because it does pass through breast milk to the nursing infant.

 

Verelan PM and Breastfeeding: An Overview

Verelan PM® (verapamil hydrochloride) does pass through breast milk. Because of the serious side effects that could occur in the nursing infant, the manufacturer of Verelan PM does not recommend that women who are breastfeeding take Verelan PM. Therefore, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you are breastfeeding or thinking of breastfeeding.
 

Verelan PM and Breastfeeding: What Does the Research Say?

Although it is known that Verelan PM passes through breast milk, it is not known how it would affect the nursing infant. However, many sources report that Verelan PM is compatible with breastfeeding.
 

Talking With Your Healthcare Provider About Verelan PM and Breastfeeding

You should talk with your healthcare provider about Verelan PM and breastfeeding.
 This is because everyone's situation is different, and your healthcare provider understands your situation best. Based on what you want and expect, as well as your current health situation, you and your healthcare provider can make a shared decision about Verelan PM and breastfeeding in your particular situation.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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