The answer is usually yes since Nearly all medications taken by a mother pass into human milk, BUT only in very small amounts- usually less than 1 percent of the dosage taken by the mother; Because only a very small amount even passes into milk, there are very few drugs that shouldn't be taken by a nursing mother. Therefore, in most cases, nursing mothers do not need to interrupt breastfeeding to take medications, prescription or over-the-counter medications. In the rare situations when a drug should not be taken, an alternative drug, non-drug, or procedure can be tried. Three rules of thumb that can help determine if it is safe to take a medication during breastfeeding follow If a drug is commonly prescribed for infants, it is likely safe to take while nursing, since the baby would generally receive a lower dose from breast milk than from taking the drug directly. Drugs considered safe to take during pregnancy are, with few exceptions, safe to take while nursing. When in doubt consult your pediatrician