Summary of Use during Lactation

No relevant published information exists on the use of bempedoic acid during breastfeeding. Bempedoic acid and its metabolites are 99% plasma protein bound, so amounts in milk are likely very low. However, because of a concern with disruption of infant lipid metabolism, bempedoic acid is best avoided during breastfeeding. An alternate drug is preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

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

Cholestyramine, Colesevelam, Colestipol

Substance Name

Bempedoic acid

CAS Registry Number

738606-46-7

Drug Class

Breast Feeding

Lactation

Milk, Human

Anticholesteremic Agents

Antilipemic Agents

Hypolipidemic Agents

Enzyme Inhibitors