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CASRN: 191114-48-4
Drug Levels and Effects
Summary of Use during Lactation
Because there is no published experience with telithromycin during breastfeeding, an alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.
Drug Levels
Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Effects in Breastfed Infants
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Alternate Drugs to Consider
Substance Identification
Substance Name
Telithromycin
CAS Registry Number
191114-48-4
Drug Class
- Breast Feeding
- Lactation
- Anti-Infective Agents
- Anti-Bacterial Agents
- Ketolides
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