If you are breastfeeding, you MUST tell your physician so s/he can take that into account when prescribing any medication, as most will pass through the breastmilk and potentially be absorbed by. You should consult your healthcare provider for breastfeeding advice related to your particular situation. The U.S. government does not warrant or assume any liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information on this Site. You can use the drug externally curing bruises, swelling, back pain, sprains, arthritis, and osteochondrosis. Manufacturers of a number of popular medicines have not conducted studies on their effects on a breastfeeding baby. You might only need one dose of Motrin to get you through, or you may need a prescription for a long-term issue. The important thing is to relieve your pain. When you're in pain, it's more difficult to breastfeed successfully and take care of your newborn. But, with the right relief, you can feel well again, and up to handling the responsibilities of breastfeeding and caring for your family. If you must take a certain medication, you may not be able to breastfeed, or you may have to stop temporarily. (Ask your provider or a lactation consultant how you can keep up your milk supply until you're ready to breastfeed again.) You should consult your healthcare provider for breastfeeding advice related to your particular situation. The U.S. government does not warrant or assume any liability or responsibility for the accuracy or completeness of the information on this Site. You can take Sudafed when you are breastfeeding. But just remember that it in your system and it is transmitted to the baby by breastfeeding. So he or she is going to have the same side effect's. Don't worry you will be safe to take ibuprofen while you are breastfeeding. Most over-the-counter medications are safe during breastfeeding. After my second c-section I opted to take the 600mg of ibuprofen instead of the vicodin prescribed. Yes, you can take ibuprofen, as long as you don't have a stomach ulcer or asthma that gets worse if you take ibuprofen. Only a small amount gets into your breastmilk and it's unlikely to harm your baby. Can you take cold medicine when you breastfeed? Yes, there are cold medications that are safe to take while you're breastfeeding. The cough suppressant dextromethorphan has long been used during breastfeeding and is considered safe.