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Is ampicillin safe to take while pregnant?

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Dr. Michael Ein answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes: Penicillin and cephalosporin antibiotics are generally considered safe to take while pregnant.

Answered 3/16/2013

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Had to take amoxicillin, diaflucan & ampicillin b2b. Still on amp. Had unprotected sex last night. Am on second pill of BC pack. Am I safe?

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