Can a breastfeeding mother continue breastfeeding while on standard RIPE for TB?...

Question

Can a breastfeeding mother continue breastfeeding while on standard RIPE for TB?

Accepted Answer

Yes; standard TB drugs are compatible with breastfeeding - amounts in milk are insufficient to cause toxicity or provide therapeutic levels to the infant

Answer

No, she must stop immediately

Answer

Only after the intensive phase

Answer

She must pump and discard

Answer

Only if infant is tested for TB

uk-dtmh MCQ (SBA): TB Treatment and Breastfeeding

Can a breastfeeding mother continue breastfeeding while on standard RIPE for TB?