Which of the following antimicrobial drugs should be avoided in pregnancy?
Fluoroquinolones like ciprofloxacin can cause cailage and tendon (achilles tendon) damage in the baby if given during pregnancy. It is more seen in old patients > 60 yrs old or patients taking steroids or those who had organ transplant. Safe antimicrobials in pregnancy are: P: Penicillins C: Cephalosporins M: Macrolides
Penicillin G
Ciprofloxacin
Cephalosporin
Erythromycin
Antimetabolites and Quinolones