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Can ceftazidime be used during breastfeeding?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Ceftazidime can be used during breastfeeding because, although small quantities enter human milk, no effects on the breastfed infant are anticipated at therapeutic doses.

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Ceftazidime 1g Powder for solution for injectionWockhardt UK Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 10Document updated 3 October 2024

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