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Can Disodium Hydrogen Citrate And Niftas Be Taken Safely During Pregnancy?

Posted on Wed, 28 Dec 2016

Question: Hi.. I'm 35 weeks pregnant. Since last few days I feel itching sensation on outer labia, but no irritation or pain during urination. Did a urine routine and results are: albumin- trace seen, leucocytes +ve, puscells: 10-15, epithelielcells: 8-10/hpf
I'm prescribed: Cital disodium hydrogen citrate liquid 3 times a day, Niftas (nitrofurantoin sustained release 100mg) 3 times a day

Q1) is these medicines are correct and can be taken in 3rd trimester - after 35 weeks?

Q2) what are possible effects of these medicines or the urinary infection on baby

Q3) does this increase the risk of water breakage or early labor?

Answered by Dr. Deepti Verma (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Urinary tract infection

Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
1. These infections are appropriate and be safely taken in third trimester.
2.These medicines are likely to treat urinary tract infection. These have no effect on the fetus.
3. Yes, urinary tract infection increases the risk of preterm labour and preterm rupture of membranes.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Regards
Dr Deepti Verma
OBGYN

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