§ Mr. Altonasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he intends to introduce regulations to make compulsory the marking of drugs likely to cause foetal damage during pregnancy.
§ Mr. Kenneth ClarkeThe marking of drugs in this way is not a feasible proposition. Needs and reactions may vary considerably in different patients and the treatment of illness in pregnancy is best left to the clinical judgment of a medical practitioner. All women who believe they are or may be pregnant should consult their doctor before taking medicines.