Can Aloederm Be Used During Lactation?

Posted on Wed, 9 Dec 2015

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Wed, 9 Dec 2015 Answered on

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Question : Can I use aloederm to get rid of scars during lactation

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can use in lactation,Not very effective in removing scars

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at healthcaremagic
Yes you can use aloederm cream during lactation but it is not very effective in removing scars.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (11 hours later)

If its not effective, can u please suggest a cream/ointment whic removes scars and safe during lactation

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (19 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Can use tretinoin cream

Detailed Answer:
You can use tretinoin 0.025 percent cream on the scars in minute amounts at night. This will help in lightening them but won't remove them completely.
If you want better response consider going for laser treatment or microneedling sessions once your lactation is over.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Sonia Raina

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (4 hours later)

I read if tretinoin is used during night, use sunscreen during day. Can I use suncros or suggest a sunscreen that can be used during lactation. Thanks a lot in advance doctor.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes suncros can be used as a sunscreen.

Detailed Answer:
Yes you can use suncros as a sunscreen.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad