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Beta Blockers and Lactation: An Update

Meghan E. Shannon, PharmD

Searle Pharmaceuticals in Skokie, Illinois; University of Illinois at Chicago

Susan E. Malecha, PharmD

Global Healthcare Resources at Searle; 5200 Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL 60077 USA susan.e.malecha{at}monsanto.com

Amy J. Cha, PharmD

Global Healthcare Resources at Searle

Beta-adrenergic antagonists are one of the most commonly used class of agents in the treatment of hypertension. They have also demonstrated utility in the treatment of angina pectoris and certain arrhythmias and for the reduction in mortality following a myocardial infarction. The use of this class of agents creates the potential for beta-blocker exposure among lactating women. This review focuses on the most up-to-date data regarding the more common agents—metoprolol, atenolol, propranolol, carvedilol, nadolol, sotalol, and betaxolol—and their safety in lactating women.

Key Words: breastfeeding • lactation • beta blocker • hypertension

Journal of Human Lactation, Vol. 16, No. 3, 240-245 (2000)
DOI: 10.1177/089033440001600313
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