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Is Taking Ciproflacacin Recommended During Pregnancy?
i want to ask question that i am pragnant and start of 8th month but from 4 days i am indulged in abdominal pain (intestinal infaction) my doctor advised me to take ciproflaxacin 500 mg i want to ask is this safe for my baby? kindly answer me.my age is 24 years and wieght is 54kg
Thu, 23 Apr 2015
Hi, I have gone through your question and understand your concerns. Ciprofloxacin is a FDA category C drug, and animal studies done showed fetal effects, but no controlled studies have been performed in humans. This drug can be given in pregnancy if the potential benefits outweigh the risks.
It is generally prescribed for gastroenteritis and infection.
The teratogenic effect of ciprofloxacin is evident in first trimester, and is not reported in third trimester. So, you can take it at 8 months without any risk.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Wishing you good health.
Dr Deepti Verma
It is generally prescribed for gastroenteritis and infection.
The teratogenic effect of ciprofloxacin is evident in first trimester, and is not reported in third trimester. So, you can take it at 8 months without any risk.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Wishing you good health.
Dr Deepti Verma
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