Friday, 10 February 2012

Emedinews:Maksure:A 26–year–old pregnant woman complaining of lower abdominal pain, burning during urination and increased vaginal discharge is prescribed ofloxacin.


Situation: A 26–year–old pregnant woman complaining of lower abdominal pain, burning during urination and increased vaginal discharge is prescribed ofloxacin.
Reaction: Oh my God! Why did you give fluoroquinolone! They are contraindicated during pregnancy. You should have given a safe and effective antibiotic like azithromycin.
Lesson: Make sure to remember that 1 g single-dose azithromycin is safe and effective in pregnant woman.

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