Antibiotics in Pregnancy – Safe vs. Contraindicated Choosing the right antibiotic in pregnancy is crucial for both mother and baby. Here’s a quick guide to remember! ✅ Safe Antibiotics – "PCM" 🔹 P – Penicillins (Amoxicillin, Ampicillin) – Widely used, safe for most infections 🔹 C – Cephalosporins (Cefalexin, Ceftriaxone) – Safe broad-spectrum antibiotics 🔹 M – Macrolides (Azithromycin, Clarithromycin – Except Erythromycin estolate, which can cause liver toxicity) 🚫 Contraindicated Antibiotics – "FAST" ❌ F – Fluoroquinolones (Ciprofloxacin, Levofloxacin) – Cartilage damage, joint issues ❌ A – Aminoglycosides (Gentamicin, Streptomycin) – Ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity ❌ S – Sulfonamides (Cotrimoxazole) – Risk of kernicterus in newborns ❌ T – Tetracyclines (Doxycycline, Minocycline) – Tooth discoloration, bone growth inhibition