Astragalus is not prohibited during lactation, as long as there are indications for its use, it can be taken during lactation according to medical advice.
Astragalus has the function of tonifying qi and promoting yang, generating fluid and nourishing blood, and stopping sweating by consolidating the muscle surface. It is clinically used for treating qi deficiency, weakness of the spleen and stomach, sinking of qi in the middle (deficiency of the spleen and stomach qi, which results in the fall of internal organs and other manifestations), deficiency of blood and yellowing of the blood, and sweating of the surface due to frequent sweating due to the weakness of the surface of the muscle, which is effective in treating the deficiency of qi and blood, which leads to lack of breast milk.
However, Chinese medicines need to be used in a discriminatory manner. If indications for Astragalus exist during breastfeeding, it can be taken under the guidance of a doctor. If there is no indication, it is not recommended to supplement blindly.
During the breastfeeding period, you should pay attention to a balanced diet, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and also pay attention to rest and stay away from the environment where there are harmful substances.
It is recommended that you do not take medication without authorization during breastfeeding, and you should always follow your doctor’s instructions to avoid abnormalities.