Thalidomide was a drug

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Topic focus: Thalidomide and its historical use.
Option a: 'Used to treat morning sickness in pregnant women.' This is historically accurate. Thalidomide was widely marketed in the late 1950s as a sedative and antiemetic for pregnant women with morning sickness, which later led to widespread birth defects when taken during pregnancy. The statement aligns with the drug's original purpose before its risks were fully understood.
Option b: 'Prescribed widely in Australia by Dr. William McBride.' This is misleading. While Dr. William McBride was involved in Australian obstetric practice around that era, the claim that thalidomide was prescribed widely by him is not a reliable or defining description of the history. The broader issue was the widespread use of the drug and regulatory failures, not a specific doctor’s widespread prescription by a single clinician. Therefore this option misstates the historical role of a single physician.
Option c: 'Given to young new-born babies.' This is incorrect. Thalidomide caused congenital anomalies when taken by pregnant women, not when administered to newborns after birth. The harm is tied to in-utero exposure during pregnancy, making this option factually false.
Summary: Among the choices, option a correctly reflects the historical use of thalidomide for morning sickness, while options b and c contain inaccuracies or misattributions about its prescribing pattern and timing of administration.

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