Patient's question:
I don't know that I'm pregnant, but I took some medicine when I was sick, such as cephalosporin, and some medicine for vertigo. Will it affect the child?Doctor's answer:
Using medication during pregnancy may affect embryonic development, but it is not absolute. It depends on the dosage and the fetus's tolerance to the drug. In cases where an intrauterine pregnancy is confirmed, a B examination can be performed around the third month of pregnancy to further assess the fetal development. If necessary, an amniocentesis can be conducted between the 16th and 20th weeks of pregnancy to further clarify the diagnosis.Generally, within the first three months of pregnancy, the baby's organs will be fully differentiated, and later, the focus shifts to the growth and development of these organs. Therefore, the early stages of pregnancy are the most critical, as this is the sensitive period for teratogenesis (fetal malformation). During this time, what we can do is avoid viral infections such as colds, as well as exposure to toxic and harmful substances, including certain medications.
Whether taking cold medicine or anti-inflammatory drugs affects the fetus depends on the type of medication, the dosage, and the fetus's sensitivity to the drug.