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I am 5 weeks pregnant and have been prescribed macrobid to treat a uti. firstly, is this safe for the foetus? secondly, i accidentally took 2 tablets instead of one. will this cause any issues for me/the baby?

Q: i am 5 weeks pregnant and have been prescribed macrobid to treat a uti. firstly, is this safe for the foetus? secondly, i accidentally took 2 tablets instead of one. will this cause any issues for me/the baby?

: Do not worry, it is a safe antibiotic during pregnancy and a double dose (200 mg), just one time, should not cause any problems for both.

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Do not worry, it is a safe antibiotic during pregnancy and a double dose (200 mg), just one time, should not cause any problems for both.

Answered 7/25/2022

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A member asked:

I am 5 weeks pregnant and have been prescribed macrobid to treat a uti. firstly, is this safe for the foetus? secondly, i accidentally took 2 tablets instead of one. will this cause any issues for me/the baby?

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