Breastfeeding & Drugs: Case Study 28

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Pre module evaluation
Prescription and Over the Counter Medications
Case Study 28
Contraception
Case Study 29
Herbs
Galactogogues
Antidepressants
Illicit Drugs
Alcohol
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The mother of an 11-day-old infant is here for the infant's first visit. When asked about feeding, she stated she had been breastfeeding until two days ago when the physician in the urgent care center told her to stop. She had a bad sore throat, fever and swollen glands, is allergic to penicillin, and erythromycin makes her vomit. The doctor gave her a "green pill" to take 4 times a day. The doctor told her the medicine wasn't "good for the baby". Her sore throat is better now and she has been pumping her breasts.

Q1: What should be done?



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