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Cracked nipple

2018-02-19 18:29:03
Can i use sofinox ointment for my cracked breast nipple?? Is it safe while feeding??
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Hi thanks for writing to Practo.  No it's not. Use Nipcare cream.

Answered2018-02-21 13:14:39

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