Is it true that using chloramphenicol before delivery can cause newborns to have problems?

Patient's question:

During pregnancy, it is always particularly uncomfortable, and morning sickness is also very severe. Is it true that using chloramphenicol before delivery can cause newborns to have side effects?

Doctor's answer:

This medication is not suitable for use during pregnancy. Although your child has already shown significant improvement in growth and development, it is still advisable to avoid it as much as possible based on current understanding.
Regardless, if you are using it topically, the impact may not be very significant. However, if it has already been used and a problem arises, it cannot be confirmed. This is because there will always be some degree of variability, especially since your child has already shown significant improvement in growth and development.

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