Antibiotics Flashcards
Gentamicin
Pregnancy
Use of amikacin, gentamicin or tobramycin in pregnancy has not been associated with an increased risk of malformations (most experience with gentamicin). Reserve for severe or life-threatening infections for which they are the drug of choice. Seek specialist advice for dosing.
Breastfeeding
Safe to use.
Amikacin
Pregnancy
Use of amikacin, gentamicin or tobramycin in pregnancy has not been associated with an increased risk of malformations (most experience with gentamicin). Reserve for severe or life-threatening infections for which they are the drug of choice. Seek specialist advice for dosing.
Breastfeeding
Safe to use.
Tobramycin
Pregnancy
Use of amikacin, gentamicin or tobramycin in pregnancy has not been associated with an increased risk of malformations (most experience with gentamicin). Reserve for severe or life-threatening infections for which they are the drug of choice. Seek specialist advice for dosing.
Breastfeeding
Safe to use.