How long after taking dayquil can i breastfeed

Should I Stop Breastfeeding If I Have A Cold Or Flu?

No way!

Home remedies for cold during breastfeeding

There’s absolutely no reason to stop. In fact, your body is producing antibodies to those germs (which you likely already passed to your baby), and those antibodies get passed through breast milk to help protect your baby!

It’s best for you both if you keep breastfeeding through an illness.

What are the effects of Dayquil while breastfeeding?

Each medication in Dayquil has a different purpose, and each has a different effect on breast milk and supply.

Let’s examine them individually.

Dextromethorphan while breastfeeding

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant and is the drug found in Robitussin.  The effects of dextromethorphan on breastfeeding infants and on milk supply hasn’t been specifically studied, but it generally seems to be safe for nursing moms to take.

PRO-TIP: USE HONEY, INSTEAD

Honey is a natural alternative to dextromethorphan that works just as well!

Our favorite honey for when you have a cough is this one.