Answer
Metronidazole may be prescribed during pregnancy when treatment is needed. Available pregnancy evidence is reassuring, but the infection, treatment benefits and formulation excipients should be reviewed with the prescriber.
Sources for this answer
- UK Teratology Information ServiceUK Teratology Information Service · Reputable Web
- Metronidazole 200 mg/5 ml Oral Suspension — Current selected SmPCemc · Summary of Product Characteristics