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Medicines oxcarbazepineQuestion & answer

oxcarbazepine · Medicine question

Can someone breastfeed while taking oxcarbazepine?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Answer

Breastfeeding may be considered after an individual benefit–risk review. Monitor the baby for unusual sleepiness, poor feeding or poor weight gain.

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Oxcarbazepine Mylan 300 mg Film-coated Tabletsemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 7
NHS Specialist Pharmacy ServiceNHS Specialist Pharmacy Service · NHS medicine guidance

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