dfspcc20
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My wife has bacterial vaginosis (BV). She is in her 2nd trimester (3rd child). The BV is asymptomatic for her, but was noticed during one of her routine checkups. She was prescribed metronidazole (Flagyl). Seems kind of risky to me, especially considering she had a history of depression in the past. Seems likely that Flagyl can increase serotonin, based on some of the possible side-effects.
What are the alternatives that are safe during pregnancy? Many of the "safer" antibiotics (other than penicillin) seem to be listed as class D during pregnancy, unfortunately.
What are the alternatives that are safe during pregnancy? Many of the "safer" antibiotics (other than penicillin) seem to be listed as class D during pregnancy, unfortunately.