Evaluation of the teratogenicity of fluorescein sodium

Am J Ophthalmol. 1977 Dec;84(6):847-50. doi: 10.1016/0002-9394(77)90508-6.

Abstract

Pregnant rabbits in their first and second "trimesters" of gestation were used in a controlled study to evaluate the teratogenicity of fluorescein sodium. Injections of the drug were given in doses comparable to those planned for human administration. No abortions or defects apparent at birth or as delayed manifestations were evident as a result of the drug therapy.

MeSH terms

  • Abnormalities, Drug-Induced / etiology*
  • Animals
  • Evaluation Studies as Topic
  • Female
  • Fluoresceins / administration & dosage
  • Fluoresceins / toxicity*
  • Gestational Age
  • Injections, Intravenous
  • Pregnancy
  • Rabbits

Substances

  • Fluoresceins