Is Reserpine safe while breastfeeding?

Here is what NIH LactMed, the U.S. National Library of Medicine's authority on medicines and breastfeeding, reports about Reserpine. This is a summary of that source — not our own verdict.

Effects on the breastfed infant

Although not well documented, reserpine is said to cause nasal stuffiness and increased tracheobronchial secretions in breastfed infants.[ 1 ]

Effects on milk supply

Reserpine has reportedly caused galactorrhea and has been used to increase breastmilk production, although it is obsolete for this use.[ 2 - 4 ]

Levels in milk

Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date. Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Alternatives LactMed lists

Source: NIH LactMed (National Library of Medicine).

Educational summary of an authoritative source — not medical advice. Never start, stop, or change a medicine while breastfeeding without confirming with your doctor.