Can you take medication for vestibular disorders while breastfeeding? What should be done to improve the disease?

Question
Dear doctor. I'm 26 years old this year, I just discovered this condition 2 weeks after giving birth. I'm often dizzy, walking around like I can't keep my balance. Limbs are often tired, numb, and the nape of the neck is also tired. I went to the doctor and the doctor diagnosed a vestibular disorder, but I am breastfeeding a 10 month old baby. So the doctor asked me, is it okay to take medication for vestibular disorders while breastfeeding? What should be done to improve the disease? Thank you doctor for helping me.
Nguyen Phuong Thao (Hanoi)
Reply
Hello. If your doctor has diagnosed you with vestibular disorders, most medications for vestibular disorders are contraindicated or should be used with caution while breastfeeding. So basically I won't be able to use the drug.
Therefore, the best way to improve your condition is to eat and sleep in moderation, combined with reasonable exercise. Pay attention to the addition of vitamin supplements to improve health, improve resistance, and facilitate self-healing.
If the condition still does not improve, you can arrange a time to go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System to be checked and have appropriate treatment for vestibular disorders. Thank you for trusting and sharing the question "Can breast-feeding have vestibular disorders? What should be done to improve the disease?” I wish you good health always.
Answered by Specialist Doctor I Nguyen Hong Phuc - Emergency Resuscitation Doctor - Emergency Resuscitation Department - Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital