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Is etoposide excreted in human breast milk?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Etoposide is excreted in human breast milk and may cause serious adverse reactions in nursing infants, requiring a decision whether to discontinue breastfeeding or etoposide after considering the benefits of breastfeeding for the child and therapy for the woman.

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Etoposide 50 mg capsule, softNeon Healthcare Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 5Document updated 25 March 2024

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