Antibiotic Safe in Pregnancy

Reason

Medication name not recognized or too broad. Consult your pharmacist or prescriber.

Drug Information

Brand Name

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Generic Name

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Drug Class

Antibiotic

FDA Category

unknown

Rx Status

unknown

Safe Amount

Dosage must be determined by your provider based on individual risk/benefit.

Effects

Pregnancy

Antibiotic choice in pregnancy depends on the exact drug, dose, and reason for use.

Mother

Depends on the infection and drug. Some antibiotics can cause side effects or allergies.

Baby

Depends on the specific antibiotic. Some are preferred; others may pose fetal risks.

Trimester Notes

1st Trimester

Effects depend on the specific antibiotic.

2nd Trimester

Effects depend on the specific antibiotic.

3rd Trimester

Effects depend on the specific antibiotic.

Risk-Benefit Note

The infection being treated may be more harmful than the medicine, but the specific antibiotic must be reviewed by a clinician.

Conditions & Warnings

• Consult OB/GYN or prescriber
• Consult your pharmacist or prescriber before starting, stopping, or continuing
• Pregnancy dosing limits may apply
• Limited official data. Consult your prescriber.

Alternatives

• Ask your OB/GYN or prescriber for a pregnancy-appropriate antibiotic based on the infection.
• Use the exact antibiotic name for a specific safety check.

References

• FDA Medicine and Pregnancy
  https://www.fda.gov/consumers/womens-health-topics/medicine-and-pregnancy
• CDC general pregnancy medication guidance
  https://www.cdc.gov/pregnancy/meds/index.html
• NHS medicines in pregnancy
  https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/medicines-and-drugs/