Question 212 · LEK · Infections in pregnancy

Which of the following should not be used in the treatment of a urinary tract infection in a pregnant or breastfeeding woman?

  1. A. nitrofurantoin.
  2. B. ciprofloxacin.
  3. C. cefuroxime.
  4. D. amoxicillin.
  5. E. ampicillin.
Hint

Think of the antibiotic class avoided in pregnancy and lactation because of concerns about damage to growing cartilage.

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