A 32-year-old woman at 16 weeks of gestation presents to the GP with a dental abscess. She has been prescribed amoxicillin 500 mg three times daily by...

Question

A 32-year-old woman at 16 weeks of gestation presents to the GP with a dental abscess. She has been prescribed amoxicillin 500 mg three times daily by her dentist but is concerned about safety. She asks the GP for reassurance. Which is the most accurate advice?

Accepted Answer

Amoxicillin is considered safe in pregnancy and is commonly used for dental and other infections - she should complete the course as prescribed

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Amoxicillin is contraindicated in pregnancy

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She should switch to doxycycline for better efficacy

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All antibiotics are harmful in pregnancy

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She should defer treatment until after delivery

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): Amoxicillin Safety in Pregnancy

A 32-year-old woman at 16 weeks of gestation presents to the GP with a dental abscess. She has been prescribed amoxicillin 500 mg three times daily by her dentist but is concerned about safety. She asks the GP for reassurance. Which is the most accurate advice?