Juvederm volite, anyone had this and is this safe for breastfeeding?

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I got Juvederm Volite injection today and I was told it’s safe to breastfeeding my baby after 5-7 days. After reading online I realized that Volite doesn’t even has FDA approval. Can anyone tell me if it’s safe if I wait 7 days before breastfeeding again? If it lasts 9 month do I have to give up feeding my baby? I really worried it might effect on baby and I feel horrible that I did it because I thought only need stop one day for breastfeeding. Thanks so much!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

The risk for concern is low.  However due to the lack of research on receiving Juvederm injections while pregnant or breastfeeding it is recommended that it is not done.  Speak to your physician for more information.

Bruce E. Katz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. There are no studies indicating the impact of breastfeeding while having Juvederm Volite. Please consult your provider and always seek treatment from a board-certified dermatologist.

Davin Lim, MBBS, FACD - Account Suspended · Answer

On label indications are very strict to cover the company. Fillers in the JUVEDERM range are HA based, and the amount of lidocaine absorption is very low. I would not worry. I personally perform Botox and fillers in breastfeeding, but NOT in pregnancy, be guided by your dermatologist - plastics. All the best, Dr Davin Lim. Brisbane. Australia.

Juvederm volite, anyone had this and is this safe for breastfeeding?

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