The Basics
What is Entacapone?
Used with other medications to treat Parkinson’s disease.
Brand names for Entacapone
N/A
How Entacapone is classified
Antiparkinson Agents, Catechol O-Methyltransferase Inhibitors
Entacapone During Pregnancy
Entacapone pregnancy category
Category N/ANote that the FDA has deprecated the use of pregnancy categories, so for some medications, this information isn’t available. We still think it’s useful to list historical info, however, given what a common proxy this has been in the past.
What we know about taking Entacapone while pregnant
N/A
Taking Entacapone While Breastfeeding
What are recommendations for lactation if you're taking Entacapone?
No information is available on the use of entacapone during breastfeeding. An alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.
Maternal / infant drug levels
No information is available on the use of entacapone during breastfeeding. An alternate drug may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.
Possible effects of Entacapone on milk supply
Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.
Possible alternatives to Entacapone
None listed
List of References
Lactation sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/None listed
Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.
