A 26-year-old man is prescribed doxycycline for acne. He asks about use in pregnancy. Which statement is correct?...

Question

A 26-year-old man is prescribed doxycycline for acne. He asks about use in pregnancy. Which statement is correct?

Accepted Answer

Avoid doxycycline in pregnancy due to effects on teeth and bone

Answer

Doxycycline is safe throughout pregnancy

Answer

Use doxycycline in third trimester only

Answer

Use with folic acid to reduce risk

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Only avoid during breastfeeding

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Prescribing in Pregnancy