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How Long Does Cocaine Remain In The System?

Posted on Wed, 24 Aug 2016

Question: I'm so ashamed I did a very minimal amount of cocaine when I was drunk Monday evening but normally exclusively breastfeed my 4 month old baby girl. I'm freaking out. I'm 110 pounds and 21 years old. It's been 38 hours already and I've been bottling feeding her but u know she wants to breastfeed.. How much longer should I wait?

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Consultation

Detailed Answer:
Hello, and thanks for your question.

I would wait a total of 5 days since you last used cocaine before resuming breastfeeding. Cocaine remains in the system for 3-5 days. After this time, it would be safe to resume breastfeeding your child.

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Follow up: Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (9 minutes later)

So 48 hours wouldnt be safe to do so? Ive used formula since but can tell she really wants to breastfeed and ive been pumping and dumping since

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (29 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
No, 48 hours is too soon. I would wait 5 full days.

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Follow up: Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (8 hours later)

After 72 hours of waitinf what would be the risks of breastfeeding?

Answered by Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (7 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
You would risk secreting cocaine into your baby's body through the breastmilk. The risk is significant. I would wait the full 5 days.

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