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BIO 101 CONGENITAL ANOMALIES AND TERATOGENESIS Objective Question

Question

Which of the following medications is explicitly named as a known teratogen if taken during pregnancy?
Options
A Penicillin
B Thalidomide
Correct Answer
C Aspirin
D Insulin
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Thalidomide is specifically named as a prescription medication that is a known teratogen if taken during pregnancy.

Hint

It is listed alongside isotretinoin and certain antiepileptic drugs.

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