#asktheexpert I'm down with cold n cough. doc gave me amox n citrizine to be taken twice daily n a cough syrup. I just forgot to mention that I breastfeed. please tell me if the following medication is safe while breastfeeding or not. 1. amoxycillin and potassium clavulanate 2.montelukast sodium and levocetirzine hydrochloride tablets 3. diphenhydramine hydrochloride, ammonium chloride, sodium citrate and menthol syrup

1 Answer

Dr. Vaibhav jainFather of a 5 yr 9 m old girl3 years ago

A. yes it is om got take .Breast feeding should be at least till 6 month of age. If not possible then milk formula should be given with proper dilution . After 6 month can start with top feed along with cow milk .

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