Is it safe to breastfeed my six-week-old baby after taking Lomotil for diarrhea, and if not, how long should I wait to breastfeed again and is it okay to feed her only formula in the meantime?
Because Lomotil (diphenoxylate/atropine) can pass into breast milk and cause sleepiness in a six-week-old, it is safest to pause breastfeeding. I recommend waiting at least 24 hours after your last dose before nursing again. Feeding your sweet baby formula in the meantime is a perfectly safe and excellent choice to keep her well-nourished. To keep your milk supply up, you can pump and discard your milk during this short waiting period. Rest as much as you can, and please reach out if you need anything else.
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Is it safe to breastfeed my six-week-old baby after taking Lomotil for diarrhea, and if not, how long should I wait to breastfeed again and is it okay to feed her only formula in the meantime?