Sporolac is Safe During Breastfeeding
Sporolac (a probiotic containing Lactobacillus sporogenes, not diclofenac) is completely safe to use while breastfeeding and requires no interruption of nursing. Probiotics like Sporolac are live bacterial supplements that work locally in the maternal gastrointestinal tract and are not systemically absorbed or excreted into breast milk in any clinically meaningful way.
Key Safety Points
Probiotics do not enter breast milk because they are living microorganisms that remain in the maternal gut and are not absorbed into the bloodstream 1, 2
No interruption of breastfeeding is needed when taking Sporolac, as there is no mechanism for the probiotic bacteria to reach the infant through milk 3, 1
Sporolac can be taken at any time relative to nursing sessions, as timing is irrelevant for medications that don't enter breast milk 4
Important Clarification
The expanded question incorrectly identifies Sporolac as diclofenac. These are completely different medications:
- Sporolac = Probiotic supplement (Lactobacillus sporogenes)
- Diclofenac = NSAID pain medication
If you actually need information about diclofenac during breastfeeding (not Sporolac):
Diclofenac Safety Profile
Diclofenac is the second safest NSAID option during breastfeeding after ibuprofen, with established compatibility and reassuring safety data 5
Small amounts are detected in breast milk but are considered safe without demonstrable adverse effects in nursing infants 5, 6
No interruption of breastfeeding is required when taking diclofenac, and it can be used immediately after nursing 3, 5
Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration as recommended for all NSAIDs during lactation 5
Preferred NSAID Hierarchy for Breastfeeding
- First choice: Ibuprofen - most extensively studied with the most reassuring safety data 5, 1
- Second choice: Diclofenac - well-established safety profile with minimal milk transfer 5, 6
- Third choice: Naproxen - safe despite longer half-life, widely used postpartum 6
Special Considerations
Infants under 6 weeks of age (corrected for gestation) require extra caution with any medication due to immature hepatic and renal function, though diclofenac remains compatible 5
Monitor infants for unusual symptoms when mothers take any medication, though adverse effects from diclofenac via breast milk are extremely rare 4