Ibuprofen while breastfeeding?

I’m curious to know if I can take ibuprofen while breastfeeding. I think I have mastitis and it’s sooo painful😭 Paracetamol sometimes doesn’t work for me so want to know if ibuprofen is safe when BF. Also, to anyone who has had mastitis before, can hand expressing help? As it’s soo painful to feed on that side! Thanks so much! x

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Yes you can take it in the normal doses and frequency. I was given it for my c section pain relief.

Yes, it's what is recommended after a C-section. Its better than paracetamol as it tends to be a stronger pain killer and also reduces swelling

@Loren @Kirsty thank you so much! X

Yes you can. Have you been to a DR in case you need antibiotics? Hand expressing can help, especially in the shower, but I think feeding is best as it clears it quickly otherwise it can affect supply in that boob and more of a blockage. Best of luck for a quick recovery ❤️

@Jess Thank you!❤️ No I’ve only woken up today with it and my doctors don’t open till tomorrow, so going to try everything I can today and make an appointment tomorrow when my doctors are open x

The Breastfeeding Network | Independent Breastfeeding Support https://search.app/XtNFdyaTYdXC2ZRz9 They have a useful Drugs in Breastfeeding section which shows which are safe, any risks etc. Handy to reference for all sorts! ☺️

@Rio thank youu!!! That’s so helpful ☺️☺️

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