The product label for fluconazole recommends that people who are pregnant not use this medication except in cases of severe or potentially life-threatening fungal infections
Accumulated evidence suggests that use of low-dose oral fluconazole in pregnancy is associated with spontaneous abortions but not congenital malformations
However, high doses (400-800 mg/day) taken by pregnant women for much longer than a single dose have resulted in reports of abnormalities at birth
The vaginal colonization rates of Candida strains, and therefore the risk of vulvovaginal candidiasis, are increased in pregnancy owing to hormonal changes
Some commonly prescribed antifungals — such as fluconazole (Diflucan) — should be avoided
Diflucan is not usually recommended for pregnant women or nursing mothers
DIFLUCAN helps stop too much yeast from growing in the vagina so the yeast infection goes away
Says studies indicate it’s unsafe
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Available studies suggest that there might be a risk of birth defects or a miscarriage if fluconazole (Diflucan) is taken during the first trimester
While fluconazole (Diflucan) is a pill that's taken only once, it does require a prescription and tends to cause side effects like nausea and stomach pain
Pregnancy should be considered as a condition with increased vulnerability to infections, including some life-threatening fungal infections, but paradoxically little is known regarding optimal antifungal regimens and dosages in this setting
Vaginal yeast infections are common among pregnant women and when they become severe or persistent, Diflucan is sometimes prescribed
Keflex is a cephalosporin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as acne and prevention of bacterial endocarditis
However, the amount that passes into breast milk is not enough to treat the baby if they also have a fungal infection
Thanks in advance for your help
Antibiotics are very commonly prescribed to treat and prevent bacterial infections