Can I use ventolin inhaler when breastfeeding?

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"It is important that asthma is well controlled in pregnant women because severe asthma attacks can be dangerous to the pregnancy. Wherever possible, asthma medications should be taken by inhaler, as this minimises the amount of medicine that enters the bloodstream and crosses the placenta. Salbutamol inhaler can be taken as usual during pregnancy." Here's a link for more information! http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/medicines/allergy-and-asthma/a8236/ventolin-salbutamol/

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Hey Roshni, it does pass in small quantities to your breastmilk, but you can continue nursing as normal - it shouldn't affect your baby. Here's what it says on netdoctor.com: "Salbutamol may pass into breast milk in small amounts. The manufacturer states