CASRN: 141396-28-3
Drug Levels and Effects
Summary of Use during Lactation
Because argatroban is poorly absorbed orally, it might not adversely affect a breastfeeding infant. However, no information is available on the use of argatroban during breastfeeding, so an alternate drug is preferred.
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
Acenocoumarol, Dalteparin, Enoxaparin, Heparin, Rivaroxaban, Warfarin
Substance Identification
Substance Name
Argatroban
CAS Registry Number
141396-28-3
Drug Class
Breast Feeding
Lactation
Milk, Human
Anticoagulants
Antithrombins
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Publication Details
Publication History
Last Revision: July 15, 2023.
Copyright
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Publisher
National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, Bethesda (MD)
NLM Citation
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed®) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Institute of Child Health and Human Development; 2006-. Argatroban. [Updated 2023 Jul 15].