Taking Gen-payne When Breastfeeding
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I am currently breastfeeding and went to my local pharmacy for painkillers. They gave me Gen-payne and said its safe for breastfeeding. I have taken a number of times but am now worried looking at the ingredients. Is is really safe? My baby is 12 months and only breastfeeds at night in bed.

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In South Africa, Gen-Payne is reported to contain Codeine, Ibuprofen, and Paracetamol as active ingredients. As such, it is generally not recommended to take this medication while breastfeeding unless deemed safe by your doctor. This is mostly because of the Ibuprofen in it.

Is Gen-Payne Capsule safe while breastfeeding?

- Codeine Phosphate: Please discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
- Ibuprofen: No
- Paracetamol: Please discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

Source: TabletWise

* However, the active ingredients of Gen-Payne in other countries such as Zimbabwe are reported to only contain Paracetamol 250 mg. That being the case, if this is the only active ingredient listed on the package, it is considered to be more safe than a version which contains Ibuprofen.
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Can I take Gen-Payne tablets while breastfeeding?

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Some of the medication may go into your breastmilk and through to the baby, but the American Academy of Pediatrics has not found there to be a huge risk. It was very rare for it to cause any problems in the breast feeding infant. The FDA classifies this medication as a narcotic analgesic, so it has the potential to be habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth and constipation. However, it is always best to check with your child's pediatrician to be sure.

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