infectious diseases
Sulfonamides
Use During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Evidence regarding an association between sulfonamides and birth defects is mixed. Animal studies with sulfonamides show some risk, and adequate studies have not been done in pregnant women. to treat congenital toxoplasmosis). If used near term during pregnancy or in neonates, these drugs increase blood levels of unconjugated bilirubin and increase risk of Kernicterus in the fetus or neonate. Sulfonamides enter breast milk. 