Can you take cold medicine while breastfeeding?

Yes, there are cold medications that are safe to take while you're breastfeeding. ... The cough suppressant dextromethorphan has long been used during breastfeeding and is considered safe. If you need an antihistamine, also used to treat allergies, they are generally considered safe. read more

If you do take pseudoephedrine and notice a drop in milk supply (many moms do not, but research shows that it can decrease milk supply by as much as 24%), simply stop the medication and take measures to increase milk supply – the problem should resolve fairly quickly. read more

Yes, there are cold medications that are safe to take while you're breastfeeding. Just be careful, because cold medicines often combine several drugs in one liquid or pill. To limit your baby's exposure, avoid products that tackle more than one symptom or that have more than one active ingredient listed. read more