Why must fluoroquinolone drugs be avoided during pregnancy, lactation, and childhood?
a. The drug damages muscles, tendons, and bones in the fetus and growing children.
b. The fetal and newborn liver cannot metabolize the drug, leading to anemia and jaundice.
c. The fetus and newborn are more likely to have allergic reactions to fluoroquinolones.
d. The drug interferes with tooth enamel development causing permanently stained teeth.
ANS: A
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