If you are pregnant or nursing, it’s even more difficult if you have a cold or virus. If you experience symptoms, check this list first before calling your doctor.
These medications are safe to take as directed on the label and are available over the counter. If symptoms persist, contact the office at 910.323.2103 to schedule an appointment. This list is meant only as a guideline and should not be considered a replacement for medical advice directly from your doctor.
SAFE MEDICATIONS DURING PREGNANCY
|
Symptom |
Medicine |
| Acne |
Over-the-counter creams and astringents are okay |
| Allergies/Hayfever |
Benadryl • Chlor-Trimeton • Tylenol Sinus (or store brand) |
| Cold/Flu Symptoms |
Tylenol Cold/Flu/Sinus Products (or store brand) |
| Constipation |
Stool Softeners: Colace or Surfak • |
| Cough |
Robitussin Products “Alcohol Free” |
| Diarrhea |
Kaopectate • Imodium |
| Dry Skin |
Lotions/Creams are okay. No need to buy expensive brands. |
|
Fever, Headache, Pain, Body Aches |
Tylenol, Extra-Strength Tylenol (acetaminophen) • Motrin, Advil (ibuprofen) before 28 weeks • Aleve (naproxen) before 28 weeks |
| Gas |
Mylicon (simethicone) |
| Heartburn |
Tums • Mylanta • Maalox • Pepcid • Zantac or Tagamet for severe heartburn |
| Hemorrhoids |
Tucks Pads • Preparation H • Anusol |
| Insomnia (Trouble Staying or Falling Asleep) |
Benadryl • Nytol • Sominex (diphenhydramine) • Tylenol PM |
| Minor Cuts or Scrapes |
Neosporin (or store-brand antibiotic ointment) |
| Minor Rash/Itchy Skin |
Hydrocortisone cream |
| Nausea and/or Vomiting |
Vitamin B-6 25 mg by mouth three times a day |
| Sore/Scratchy Throat |
Cepacol Lozenges • Chloraseptic Lozenges |
| Stuffy Nose |
Sudafed (pseudoephedrine) • Saline Nasal Spray |
| Vaginal Yeast Infection |
Monistat (or store brand) • Lotrimin • Femstat |
DO NOT
Do not take aspirin or aspirin products. Do not use decongestant nasal sprays.
If a medication is not on this list, please call our Triage Nurse at 910.323.2103, extension 145, and leave a detailed message before taking it. She will document your call, review your chart, consult with the doctor and call you back with further instructions.
Please call the office at 910.323.2103 if your temperature rises above 101 degrees or if symptoms persist.
