A number of common drugs of abuse may cross into the breast milk of a mother who is currently using these substances,which may result in behavioral effects in the newborn.Which substances are contraindicated if the mother elects to breastfeed her infant?
(Select all that apply).
A) Cocaine
B) Marijuana
C) Nicotine
D) Methadone
E) Morphine

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The use of cocaine,marijuana,and nicotine are contraindicated during breastfeeding because of their reported effects on the infant.Morphine is a medication often used to treat neonatal abstinence syndrome.Maternal methadone maintenance is not a contraindication to breastfeeding.

A Number of Common Drugs of Abuse May Cross into the Breast