Which of the following antimicrobial drugs should be avoided in pregnancy?
Penicillin G
Ciprofloxacin
Cephalosporin
Erythromycin
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
Antimetabolites and Quinolones