Medications in Pregnancy

Ideally, avoiding all medications in pregnancy would avoid all possible risks. However, some medical conditions require prescription medications and sometimes it is necessary to treat symptoms of a cold, headache or indigestion. If you are taking any medications or nutritional supplements, please discuss it with us or your physician to determine if it is the safest medication to use for your condition during your pregnancy.

Here are some suggestions for common illnesses and discomforts of pregnancy: (All medications are recommended for use per the labeled instructions.)

Head Colds:
Chlor-Trimeton 4 mg
Saline Nasal Spray

Coughs:
Robitussin (plain) Expectorant
Robitussin DM

Headaches:
Tylenol
Anacin 3

Sore Throat:
Chloraseptic throat lozenges and spray
Cepacol lozenges and spray