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CASRN: 95233-18-4
Drug Levels and Effects
Summary of Use during Lactation
No information is available on the use of atovaquone during breastfeeding. However, the quantity of drug in breast milk is assumed too low to provide adequate protection against malaria for the breastfed infant.[1] A dosage has been established for infants weighing as little as 5 kg, so it is unlikely to adversely affect breastfed infants weighing 5 kg or more.
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.
Alternate Drugs to Consider
References
- 1.
- Malaria. In: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC Yellow Book 2026: Health Information for International Travel. 2026. https://www
.cdc.gov/yellow-book /hcp/travel-associated-infections-diseases /malaria.html#treatment
Substance Identification
Substance Name
Atovaquone
CAS Registry Number
95233-18-4
Drug Class
Breast Feeding
Milk, Human
Anti-infective Agents
Antiparasitic Agents
Antimalarials
Antiprotozoal Agents
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