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Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed®) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Institute of Child Health and Human Development; 2006-.
CASRN: 9003-97-8
Drug Levels and Effects
Summary of Use during Lactation
No published experience exists with polycarbophil calcium during breastfeeding. However, the drug is not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, so it cannot enter the breastmilk. No special precautions are required.
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
(Constipation) Bisacodyl, Docusate, Magnesium Hydroxide, Psyllium, Sodium Phosphate
Substance Identification
Substance Name
Polycarbophil
CAS Registry Number
9003-97-8
Drug Class
- Breastfeeding
- Lactation
- Gastrointestinal Agents
- Antidiarrheals
- Laxatives
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