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CASRN: 7727-43-7
Drug Levels and Effects
Summary of Use during Lactation
Because barium sulfate is not absorbed after oral or rectal administration, it will not enter the milk, reach the bloodstream of the infant or cause any adverse effects in breastfed infants. No special precautions are required.
Drug Levels
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.
Effects in Breastfed Infants
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Substance Identification
Substance Name
Barium Sulfate
CAS Registry Number
7727-43-7
Drug Class
- Breast Feeding
- Contrast Media
- Barium Compounds
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