Historical QOD 4/29/09: Congenital cutis laxa is a condition manifested by a lack of elasticity in connective tissue resulting in sagging skin. This condition has also been reported to be associated with birth defects in infants whose mothers took which chelating agent during pregnancy?
Penicillamine. The manufacturer of this drug recommends that “penicillamine should be used in women of child bearing potential only when the expected benefits outweigh the possible hazards.”
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