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Medicines ursodeoxycholic acidQuestion & answer

ursodeoxycholic acid · Medicine question

Can I breastfeed while taking it?

iatroX medicinesPublished 22 August 2026Reviewed 22 August 2026

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Available evidence indicates very low milk levels and no expected adverse effects, but tell your prescriber that you are breastfeeding.

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