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Using topical medications while pregnant
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Using topical medications while pregnant
by Joane__0, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By Joanne on May 11, 1998 at 11:07:19:
I have a skin condition known as acne rosacea. The flare ups have gotten worse since I am pregnant (either because of the hormones or because I stopped using my medications when I found out I was pregnant). My dermatologist prescribed Sulfacet-R and Topical erythromycin. I believe the erythromycin is Pregnancy Cat. B but the Sulfacet is Category C.
1. Are these medications fairly safe to use or should I discontinue use until after I give birth? and
2. What do the various Pregnancy Categories mean?
I have a skin condition known as acne rosacea. The flare ups have gotten worse since I am pregnant (either because of the hormones or because I stopped using my medications when I found out I was pregnant). My dermatologist prescribed Sulfacet-R and Topical erythromycin. I believe the erythromycin is Pregnancy Cat. B but the Sulfacet is Category C.
1. Are these medications fairly safe to use or should I discontinue use until after I give birth? and
2. What do the various Pregnancy Categories mean?
