<s>[INST] I am 35 weeks and had some red spotting last week. my AFI is border line (8.33)I have been advised to take Betnesol 12 mg at the gap of 24 hrs. Just wanted to understand if it has any side effects to the child or mother and is it ok even if i go full term after taking this. [/INST] Hi there,,Do not worry.Betnasol is giving for fetal lung development in women who we suspect will deliver before 34 weeks, a total of 24 mgs have to be taken in 24 hours time.It is helpful for the fetus and is not known to cause any side effects to mother or fetus.After 34 weeks up to 36 weeks it can be given, but amount of benefit is uncertain, but as it does not cause any harm, it is given .But with a AFI of 8.33 cm I would not call it borderline, it is normal if the AFI is More than 5 cms when measured in four quadrants and if seeing single large pocket if it more than 2 cm its considered normal.if there sis ay doubt about fetal weell being fetal cardiotogography is advisable.If the spotting was minimal and not repeated, do not be concerned.Have you get your blood pressure checked? Has it been abnormal?Has a gynecologist examined you and seen if the cervix is dilated or not?Hope this helps.Regards. </s>