Are Deworming Medicines Safe While Breastfeeding?

You may have questions about the safety of deworming medicine for your baby while breastfeeding. However, many deworming medicines are considered safe even while breastfeeding when prescribed appropriately. Generally, such medicines pass into breast milk in very small amounts. Therefore, they are unlikely to harm a healthy, full-term infant.



Depending on the type of worm infection you have, your doctor will advise the safest medicine for you. They will also consider your and your baby’s health before prescribing the treatment.