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Why is ifosfamide contraindicated during breastfeeding?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Ifosfamide is contraindicated during breastfeeding because it passes into breast milk and may cause neutropenia, thrombocytopenia, low haemoglobin concentrations and diarrhoea in children.

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Ifosfamide Injection 1gBaxter Healthcare Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 5Document updated 27 January 2025

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