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Is Taking Zentel During Pregnancy Harmful?

i have a prob;em of infestation, one thread worm of about 12 inches came out, i m much scared because i m pregnanat for 7 months.a doctor advise me zentel syrup for its rectification.but i m scared that this medicine might be harmful for my coming baby ? please guide me
Fri, 3 Jan 2020
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Hello,

Albendazole /Zentel taking during pregnancy is contraindicated. It is found to cause teratogenic & fetal abnormality.

But if it is very essential to give, treating doctor would weigh between advantages&side effects & can prescribe it even in pregnancy.

A careful follow up is essential in such cases to note bad side effects with the termination of pregnancy if needful.

You should, therefore, be in regular contact with your gynecologist &follow the advise given.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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Is Taking Zentel During Pregnancy Harmful?

Hello, Albendazole /Zentel taking during pregnancy is contraindicated. It is found to cause teratogenic & fetal abnormality. But if it is very essential to give, treating doctor would weigh between advantages&side effects & can prescribe it even in pregnancy. A careful follow up is essential in such cases to note bad side effects with the termination of pregnancy if needful. You should, therefore, be in regular contact with your gynecologist &follow the advise given. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician