Meds Safe In Pregnancy
NOTE: The remedies listed are all over the counter (OTC) – No prescription required! Please read and follow directions as printed on the label unless otherwise directed by your physician.
NAUSEA & VOMITING
Bonine, Dramamine, Vitamin B6, B-Natal Therapops/Lozenges(see FAQ for more information on nausea and vomiting)
INDIGESTION & HEARTBURN
Maalox, Mylanta, Tums, Rolaids, Gaviscon, Pepcid, Zantac, and Prevacid
CONSTIPATION
Metamucil, Citrucel, Fibercon, Milk of Magnesia, Haley's MO
DIARRHEA
Immodium AD
HEMORRHOIDS
Anusol HC, Preparation-H, Tucks Medicated Pads
SINUS CONGESTION & ALLERGY SYMPTOMS
Mucinex, Claritin, Claritin D, Benadryl, Dimetapp, Saline Nasal Spray, *Afrin Nasal Spray, **Tylenol Sinus & Sudafed
*Afrin Nasal Spray may be used exactly as directed (2 times daily) for no longer than 3 days. Due to the addictive nature of this medication, you must throw the bottle away after the 3rd day.
**Do not get these products off the shelf. Instead go to the pharmacy and sign for them. They are not a prescription, but require a signature to obtain. The meds that are on the shelf do not contain the same active ingredient, and do not work well.
COUGH
Delsym, Mucinex DM, or Robitussin (please read the label to choose the correct formula for your symptoms)
HEADACHES
Extra Strength Tylenol or Tylenol Sinus. Under no circumstances are you to take aspirin or any product that contains Ibuprofen. (Motrin, Advil, Aleve)