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Antibiotic use in pregnancy

J S Dashe1, L C Gilstrap

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, USA.

Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinics of North America
|September 1, 1997
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Most antibiotics are safe for pregnant women and do not cause birth defects. However, tetracycline can discolor developing teeth, so it should be avoided during pregnancy.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Pharmacology
  • Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Background:

  • Antibiotic use during pregnancy is common.
  • Concerns exist regarding potential fetal harm from medications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety of antibiotic use in pregnant women.
  • To identify specific risks associated with antibiotic therapy during gestation.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on antibiotic safety in pregnancy.
  • Analysis of teratogenicity data for commonly prescribed antibiotics.

Main Results:

  • Most antibiotics demonstrate a favorable safety profile in pregnancy.
  • No antibiotics have been definitively linked to teratogenic effects.

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  • Tetracycline is associated with discoloration of deciduous teeth in fetuses.

    • Conclusions:

    • Antibiotics should not be withheld from pregnant patients when medically necessary.
    • Careful selection of antibiotics is advised, avoiding tetracycline due to dental staining risks.
    • The benefits of treating serious infections in pregnant women outweigh potential risks for most antibiotics.