AboutDr. Tara Kompare, Pharm.D. Expertise I can answer a broad range of questions related to community pharmacy practice. My particular
interests include childrens` health and safe medication use for seniors. As the mother of two small children, I am quite knowledgable on many parenting issues from how to handle
a baby with colic to how to get kids to take their medicine. With regards to medication use in seniors, I can answer questions about adverse effects, drugs to generally avoid
in that population, and disease management issues.
Experience I entered the world of pharmacy as a technician for approximately six years. I then went on to receive my Doctor of Pharmacy degree and now work for the Federal Government as an outpatient pharmacist.
Publications Drug Topics Feb.2006 edition ("Why a Kiddie Corner Makes Sense"),
I also recently submitted an article to Pharmacy Times entitled "How to Help Parents Cope With Colic" which is scheduled for publication in the near future.
Education/Credentials B.S. Biology (Old Dominion University 1997)
Pharm.D.(Virginia Commonwealth University 2002)
Question I am exclusively breastfeeding my 12 week old daughter. She has reflux and is being treated with 2.5mls of Zantac twice daily. I have been suffering possible PND and was advised by GP 2 stop breastfeeding if wishing 2 take antidepressants. I have read that Zoloft is safe while breastfeeding. Is there a possible reaction with the Zantac and Zoloft?
Answer Hi Natalie,
I would consult your baby's pediatrician's office for the safest antidepressant to use when breastfeeding. Zoloft, as you know, is often the preferred SSRI to use in breastfeeding mothers and, since the percentage of drug transferred in breastmilk is minimal, there should be no cause for any drug interactions with her zantac.
What is important right now is for you to receive the proper treament. I too suffered from PPD and know how hard it is. A great site to check out is www.postpartumdepressionhelp.com. This is the website founded by a good acquaintance of mine, Dr. Shoshana Bennett,author of Postpartume Depression for Dummies.
I wish you lots of luck and happiness in the years to come. Happy holidays and please let me know if there is anything else I can do to help...
