Tornado is Compatible with Breastfeeding a Seven-Month-Old
Tornado is compatible with breastfeeding a seven-month-old infant, as most medications are compatible with breastfeeding and there are no specific contraindications for this medication in breastfeeding mothers. 1
Medication Safety During Breastfeeding
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends consulting specific databases for information about individual medications during breastfeeding 1. While there is no specific mention of Tornado in the provided evidence, general principles about medication use during breastfeeding can be applied:
- Most medications are compatible with breastfeeding
- When medications are transferred into breast milk, the amounts are typically small
- For medications with limited data, factors such as protein binding and maternal systemic absorption help determine safety
Benefits of Continued Breastfeeding at Seven Months
Continuing breastfeeding at seven months provides significant benefits:
- Reduced risk of sudden infant death syndrome (up to 64% reduction with breastfeeding >6 months) 1
- Decreased risk of respiratory infections 1
- Reduced risk of otitis media (OR 0.67) 1
- Lower infant mortality (19-26% lower risk) 1
Breastfeeding Recommendations
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends:
- Exclusive breastfeeding for approximately 6 months 2
- Continued breastfeeding as complementary foods are introduced 2
- Breastfeeding for 1 year or longer as mutually desired by mother and infant 2
Important Considerations
When taking any medication while breastfeeding:
- Take the medication immediately after breastfeeding when possible to minimize concentration in milk
- Monitor the infant for any unusual symptoms or changes in behavior
- If concerned about a specific medication, consult with a healthcare provider about the risk-benefit ratio
Contraindications to Breastfeeding
For completeness, it's worth noting that there are very few absolute contraindications to breastfeeding, which include:
- Galactosemia in the infant
- HIV infection (in developed countries)
- HTLV-1 or HTLV-2 infection
- Untreated brucellosis
- Suspected or confirmed Ebola disease 1
Tornado is not listed among these contraindications, further supporting its compatibility with breastfeeding.