Hypothyroid and Breast feeding

2019-01-18 06:09:37
I am taking thyronorm 25mcg tablet (half of the tablet only) as I am hypothyroid, daily during pregnancy and after pregnancy aswell. Doctor has adviced to continue the same dosage. Is it safe to breast feed the baby while on medication?
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you should continue to take medicine
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Get your Blood tested for T4 and TSH and consult your doctor
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Usually thyroid medicine has to be taken Life Long

Answered2019-01-18 13:01:40

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Absolutely safe
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get your babies thyroid function test done,if not done

Answered2019-01-18 06:45:32

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