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Is it safe to take antibiotic for Klebsiella infection during pregnancy?

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Hello doctor,

I am 15 weeks pregnant and have been suffering from urinary tract infections on and off for the last month. I gave my urine for culture and it showed up Klebsiella one lakh count. My gynecologist advised to take Norfloxacin 400 mg twice a day but the internet has a mixed review of the same with concerning how it will affect the fetus. Is it safe to consume the antibiotic?
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Dr. Megha Tuli is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist specializing in comprehensive women’s healthcare. Her expertise includes prenatal and postnatal care, high-risk pregnancies, gynecological surgeries, fertility management, and preventive women’s health. She is committed to personalized care, patient education, and promoting overall reproductive wellness.

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Hi,

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I went through your query. Norfloxacin can be given in the second trimester of pregnancy that is after 13 weeks. Your urine culture report shows that it will be sensitive to Norfloxacin. Klebsiella is a very resistant bacteria. You will need a prolonged treatment with Norfloxacin. Also, please do ensure to repeat the culture after treatment is complete to make sure that the bacteria is completely gone because at times it needs extended treatment to completely cure the problem. Complete eradication is necessary as Klebsiella in pregnancy is not a good thing. It can cause abortions and pain.

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Published At February 2, 2016
Reviewed At January 24, 2024

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