Patient's question:
At 36 weeks pregnant, the nurse used the wrong medication, and the child was infected with conjunctivitis. I went to take medication and was told it wouldn't affect the fetus. The nurse prepared the medication, and there were several boxes of injectable medications on the desk. I picked up a bottle and found it was ribavirin. After administering it, I checked and discovered that the medication was not supposed to be used. I asked the nurse, but she said it wasn't the correct medication and had casually placed the ribavirin in the box! Last night, I couldn't sleep all night, and now I can't eat! I'm afraid it will affect the child!Doctor's answer:
Ribavirin is an antiviral drug with teratogenic effects, and it should be discontinued within the first three months of pregnancy. If you are 36 weeks pregnant, the fetus is generally already fully developed, and a single low dose will not cause any interference. If you truly suspect medication error, you should take your infusion bottle for testing. The above advice is for the question "Nurse used the wrong medication while pregnant at 36 weeks." I hope it helps you, and wish you good health!