Breastfeeding and treatment for multiple sclerosis

Tidsskr Nor Laegeforen. 2022 Oct 24;142(15). doi: 10.4045/tidsskr.22.0529. Print 2022 Oct 25.
[Article in English, Norwegian]

Abstract

Monoclonal antibody therapy is effective for multiple sclerosis, and only small amounts of antibodies are transferred to breast milk. Even though the approved product descriptions advise against breastfeeding during medicinal treatment, several of the most effective MS drugs are compatible with breastfeeding.

MeSH terms

  • Breast Feeding*
  • Case-Control Studies
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Multiple Sclerosis* / drug therapy
  • Risk Factors