Metro gel (metronidazole) for rosacea and trying to conceive?
Answers:
it dosn't prevent conception but cant be taken during the first trimester of pregnancy because it can harm the baby
Generic Name Metronidazole
Trade Name Metrazin
Risk Category B
* Controlled studies done on animals in reproduction do not indicate risk to the fetus.
* No adequate and well-controlled studies done on pregnant women.
Indication
* Anti-infective,
and amebicide.
Fetal Risk
* Crosses human placenta.
* In animals mutagenic and carcinogenic.
* To date no association with human cancer.
* Use in 1st trimester is controversial, possible association with congenital defects (Mental retardation, dislocated hip, hydrocele, cleft lip and palate, holotelencephaly, optic atrophy, hand defects, metatarsus varus).
* Contraindicated in 1st trimester, acceptable in 2nd and 3rd trimesters if alternatives failed.
Breast Feeding
* Excreted into milk.
* Possible cause of diarrhea and secondary lactose intolerance in exposed infants.
* Should be used with caution because of potential mutagenic and carcinogenic effects.
* With single dose (2 grams) lactation can be allowed after 12-24 hours.
I personally don't have any experience with theis, but found a link you can contact them about the drug and ask the professionals yourself..
good luck!
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