Tuesday April 13, 1999 - Question 11

Which of the following statements regarding diuretics during breastfeeding is correct?

A. Lactating mothers may require substantially less medication, particularly diuretics.
B. Diuretics do not have the potential to induce diuresis in the suckling infant.
C. Oral diuretics are sometimes given to nursing mothers to enhance lactation.
D. Diuretics can be used safely while breastfeeding immature infants or if the infant is jaundiced.
E. Most diuretics are weak bases and tend to concentrate in breast milk.
 
 

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