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Gynaecology & Obstetrics Drugs in Pregnancy 041a81a9

In terms of bih defect potential, the safest of the following drugs is

A
Alcohol
B
Isotretinoin (Accutane)
C
Tetracyclines
D
Progesterones
High-Yield Explanation
Alcohol sequelae include retardation of intrauterine growth, craniofacial abnormalities, and mental retardation. Isotretinoin, a drug for acne, is asoociated with congenital anomalies like Microtia, Micrognathia, cleft palate, thymic aplasia, CVS anomalies, NTDs Tetracyclines interfere with development of bone and can lead to stained teeth in children. Regarding progesterones use in pregnancy, controlled studies have failed to demonstrate a significant association with increased risk.

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