scholarly journals Potential of herbs as galactogogues – A review

2021 ◽  
Vol 45 (1) ◽  
pp. 199-210
Author(s):  
Luiza-Andreea Emilia Tănase (Butnariu) ◽  
Oana-Viorela Nistor ◽  
Doina-Georgeta Andronoiu ◽  
Dănuţ-Gabriel Mocanu ◽  
Elisabeta Emilia Botez
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Human Body ◽  
Extraction Methods ◽  
Milk Thistle ◽  
Lemon Balm ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Food And Feed

Given that approximately 130 million babies are born worldwide each year, this study aims to help both, pregnant and breastfeeding women, to overcome the first impasse, namely the decrease or lack of lactation. To sustain this purpose, over the years were used many methods to improve lactation. A galactogogue is a substance, a food or a plant that has the ability to stimulate or increase lactation. Plants as fenugreek, fennel, anise, lemon balm, thyme, cumin, milk thistle and many others are widespread all over the globe and known as galactogogues. These plants can be used as ingredients in food or consumed in the form of herbal teas, which in turn can be obtained by different extraction methods. Even though these herbs possess many other beneficial properties for the human body, the main purpose of their use, alone or in combination, is to maintain or increase breast milk production. The purpose of this paper is to review and summarize data regarding the efficacy of galactogogues available worldwide for increasing breast milk production in food and feed nutrition.

scholarly journals Safety and Efficacy of Galactogogues: Substances that Induce, Maintain and Increase Breast Milk Production

2010 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Alberto Zuppa ◽  
Paola Sindico ◽  
Claudia Orchi ◽  
Chiara Carducci ◽  
Valentina Cardiello ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Growth Hormone ◽  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Milk Thistle ◽  
Thyrotrophin Releasing Hormone ◽  
Maternal Milk ◽  
Safety And Efficacy ◽  
Natural Substances ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Other Substances

Poor production of breast milk is the most frequent cause of breast lactation failure. Often, physician prescribe medications or other substances to solve this problem. The use of galactogogues should be limited to those situations in which reduced milk production from treatable causes has been excluded. One of the most frequent indication for the use of galactogogues is the diminution of milk production in mothers using indirect lactation, particularly in the case of preterm birth. The objective of this review is to analyze to the literature relating to the principal drugs used as galactogogues (metoclopramide, domperidone, chlorpromazine, sulpiride, oxytocin, growth hormone, thyrotrophin releasing hormone, medroxyprogesterone). Have been also analyzed galactogogues based on herbs and other natural substances (fenugreek, galega and milk thistle). We have evaluated their mechanism of action, transfer to maternal milk, effectiveness and potential side effects for mother and infant, suggested doses for galactogogic effect, and recommendation for breastfeeding.

The Use of Galactogogues in the Breastfeeding Mother

2012 ◽  
Vol 46 (10) ◽  
pp. 1392-1404 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alicia B Forinash ◽  
Abigail M Yancey ◽  
Kylie N Barnes ◽  
Thomas D Myles
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Data Extraction ◽  
Safety Data ◽  
Milk Thistle ◽  
Asparagus Racemosus ◽  
Anecdotal Evidence ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Study Selection ◽  
Returning To Work

Objective: To review data regarding the efficacy of galactogogues available in the US to increase breast milk production in postpartum mothers. Data Sources: Literature was sought using PubMed (1966-June 2012) and EMBASE (1973-June 2012). Search terms included breastfeeding, breast milk, Lactation, galactogogue, motoctopramide, oxytocin, fenugreek, milk thistle, Silymarin, growth hormone, thyroid releasing hormone, medroxyprogesterone, domperidono. goat's rue, beer, Asparagus racemosus, shatavari, Medicago sativa, alfalfa. Onicus bonedictus. blessed thistle, Galoga officinalis, brewer's yeast, and herbals. Study Selection and Data Extraction: All studies including humans and published in English with data assessing the efficacy of galactogogues for increasing breast milk production were evaluated. Data Synthesis: Breast milk is considered the optimal food source for newborns through 1 year of age. Many factors influence overall maternal production, including maternal pain, illness, balance of time when returning to work, anxiety, or emotional stress. Although a variety of herbal and pharmaceutical options have anecdotal evidence of their ability to improve breast milk production, peer-reviewed studies proving their efficacy are lacking. Metoclopramide, oxytocin, fenugreek, and milk thistle have shown mixed results in improving milk production; however, the trials were small and had a variety of limitations. Conclusions: Nonpharmacologic recommendations should be exhausted before adding therapy. Although anecdotal evidence encourages the use of metoclopramide, fenugreek, asparagus, and milk thistle for their galactogogue properties, efficacy and safety data in the literature are lacking. Oxytocin and domperidono are potentially available for compounding purposes, but safety data are limited. More studies are needed to evaluate the effects of available galactogogues on breast milk production.

Services Provided for Lactating Mothers at Lactation Management Clinic in Selected Tertiary Level Hospitals

2020 ◽  
Vol 38 (2) ◽  
pp. 68-73
Author(s):  
Tarannum Tasnim ◽  
ANM Shamsul Islam ◽  
Mehedi Hasan Azad ◽  
Farhana Sharmin
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Dietary Advice ◽  
Tertiary Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Lactating Mothers ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Background: Children are the precious gift from the Almightily Allah and breast milk is an ideal product given to the human being by nature to fulfill all requirements of the offspring until they are matured enough to take adult food. Objective: To assess the services provided for lactating mothers at lactation management centre in selected tertiary level hospitals. Materials and Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted among 100 Lactating mothers who were selected conveniently and were interviewed by pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire and an observational checklist. Collected data were processed and analyzed using SPSS (Statistical Packages for Social Science) software. Results: Lactation management centre (LMC) is supervised by a consultant and separate room is allotted in both out-patient and in-patient departments. Mothers came with lactation problems were more likely in the first month of the baby (73%) and feeling of not enough milk production was common (49%).Highly significant relationship was found between breast problems of lactating mother and age of child (p<0.001). About 84% respondents received practical demonstration on position and attachment of the baby during lactation. About 91% respondents got dietary advice for enough breast milk production, 75% got dietary advice regarding their child’s weaning food chart and69% got health education. Maximum mothers were informed about LMC by doctor & nurse (82%). Conclusion: Information about LMC services should be disseminated across the country. Lactating mothers should be familiarized with LMC and public awareness should be enhanced for effective management of breastfeeding problem to promote, protect and support the breastfeeding. JOPSOM 2019; 38(2): 68-73

scholarly journals Domperidone and maternal milk volume in mothers of premature newborns

2017 ◽  
Vol 57 (1) ◽  
pp. 18 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tengku Ellya Fazilla ◽  
Guslihan Dasa Tjipta ◽  
Muhammad Ali ◽  
Pertin Sianturi
Keyword(s):  
Placebo Group ◽  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Maternal Milk ◽  
Premature Newborns ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Days Of Therapy ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Milk Volume

Background Mothers of premature newborns often have difficulty giving adequate breast milk volume to their infants. Domperidone is an antagonist of peripheral dopamine receptors and believed to increase breast milk production. In Indonesia, no study has been done to date on the effect of domperidone on maternal milk production in mothers of premature newborns.  Objective To evaluate the effect of domperidone on milk production in mothers of premature newborns who failed to lactate.Methods A randomized controlled trial was conducted from July to December 2012 in the Perinatology Unit, Haji Adam Malik Hospital, Medan. Mothers of premature newborns were given lactation counseling for 7 days in order to increase their milk production. Mothers who failed to lactate after that time were enrolled in the study. Fifty subjects were assigned to receive either domperidone or a placebo for 7 days. Milk volume was measured every 2 hours (from 7 am to 9 pm), in the 24 hours before starting therapy, and on the 7th and 10th days (the 10th day being 3 days after stopping therapy). Results This study involved 25 mothers in the domperidone groups and 25 others in placebo group. After 7 days of therapy, mean breast milk volume was significantly higher in the domperidone group than in the placebo group  [181.6 (SD 80.2) vs. 72.4 (SD 57.8) mL, respectively; 95%CI of differences 69.36 to 148.93; P=0.0001]. At day 10, breast milk production remained significantly higher in the domperidone group. Furthermore, in the domperidone group, no significant difference in mean breast milk volumes was noted between the 7th and 10th days (P=0.65). Conclusion In mothers of premature newborns who failed to lactate, domperidone therapy for 7 days causes significantly higher milk production compared to placebo. 

The effect of acupressure therapy on the improvement of breast milk production in postpartum mothers

2020 ◽  
Vol 30 ◽  
pp. 615-618
Author(s):  
Nurdewi Sulymbona ◽  
Suryani As’ad ◽  
Anna Khuzaimah ◽  
Upik Anderiani Miskad ◽  
Mardiana Ahmad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Postpartum Mothers

Breast Milk Production in Women Who Use Nipple Shields for Persistent Nipple Pain

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Viviane Silva Coentro ◽  
Ching Tat Lai ◽  
Alethea Rea ◽  
Donna Tracy Geddes ◽  
Sharon Lisa Perrella
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Breast Milk Production

Evaluating the Effect of a 14-Day Course of Domperidone on Breast Milk Production: A Per-Protocol Analysis from the EMPOWER Trial

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 102-107 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth V. Asztalos ◽  
Alex Kiss ◽  
Orlando P. daSilva ◽  
Marsha Campbell-Yeo ◽  
Shinya Ito ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Protocol Analysis ◽  
Breast Milk Production

scholarly journals Pengaruh Metode SPEOS (Stimulasi Pijat Endorfin Oksitosin Suggestif) Terhadap Produksi ASI Pada Ibu Nifas

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 18
Author(s):  
Elisa Elisa ◽  
Latifah Lely Septiariani ◽  
Kurniati Puji Lestari
Keyword(s):  
Standard Deviation ◽  
Breast Milk ◽  
Milk Production ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Test Sample ◽  
Maternity Hospital ◽  
P Value ◽  
Central Java ◽  
Breast Milk Production ◽  
Post Test

Health profile of Semarang in 2018, the exclusive feeding of the exclusive breast milk in the age of 0-6 months of 65.57%. It’s still far from Central Java target of 80%. This problem of breastfeeding influenced by reduced stimulation of oxytocin hormones, while physical and psychological changes can affect the lactation process. One of the efforts to increase the breast milk production with SPEOS (Suggestive Endorphin Oxytocin Massage Stimulation). The SPEOS method can help nifas mother to facilitate the expenditure of breast milk. To know the effect of the SPEOS method (Suggestive Endorfin Oxytocin Massage Stimulation) on Breast Milk Production in Nifas Mothers. The research design used quasy experiment with one group pre-post test. Sample in this study was nifas mother with spontaneous childbirth amounted to 27 people. The sampling technique used consecutive sampling. Breastfeeding production before mothers performed SPEOS method on average was 3.70 ml with standard deviation of 5,113. Breast milk production after mother performed SPEOS method on average was 129,63 ml with standard deviation 11,001. There was an influence of SPEOS method to breast milk production on nifas mother at Maternity Hospital of Mardi Rahayu Semarang (p-value = 0,000). Stimulation Massage Endorphin Oxytocin SuggestifBreastmilk Production,Nifas Mother

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