Stopping breastfeeding due to medication needs is generally unnecessary.
Prescribing doctors should consider urgency, treatment necessity, baby's age and maturity, and breastmilk intake volume.
Drug manufacturers usually don't provide clinical data on medication safety for lactating mothers.
Factors such as short half-life, high protein binding, and low plasma:milk ratio can be considered for medication safety.
Reliable information can be obtained from resources like The Breastfeeding Network.
Weighing the benefits of breastfeeding against potential medication side effects for the infant is crucial.
Consulting a personal doctor is important for specific guidance on this matter.