Suggest Medication To Be Carried By A Pregnant Person On A Vacation?
I am 32 years old and just found out yesterday that I am 4 weeks pregnant. I am leaving for vacation in Costa Rica in four days. Typically my husband and I take a small prescription of Cipro with us (to Mexico) as it has come in handy for the stomach bugs caused by the water, etc. Is there anything I can take that will be safe for my baby? I am healthy, and am not considered "high risk" in any way.
Welcome to HCM. It is always better to avoid antibiotic use wherever possible during pregnancy.
Ciprofloxacin is given to pregnant women with caution of keeping in mind that benefits should be far more than risks. It is avoided in lactating mothers for sure. But as you are in the start of pregnancy, try to avoid infection especially you talked about intestinalt infection. Keeping a good hygiene and balanced diet will help. Hydration is also an issue when on vacation.
I hope this is all you needed an answer for. I am at your disposal if you need further assistance.
Healthiest Regards! Dr. Sumaira Kousar
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Suggest Medication To Be Carried By A Pregnant Person On A Vacation?
Welcome to HCM. It is always better to avoid antibiotic use wherever possible during pregnancy. Ciprofloxacin is given to pregnant women with caution of keeping in mind that benefits should be far more than risks. It is avoided in lactating mothers for sure. But as you are in the start of pregnancy, try to avoid infection especially you talked about intestinalt infection. Keeping a good hygiene and balanced diet will help. Hydration is also an issue when on vacation. I hope this is all you needed an answer for. I am at your disposal if you need further assistance. Healthiest Regards! Dr. Sumaira Kousar