Relief of Discomfort During Pregnancy

The following is a list of over-the-counter medications which are believed to be safe to use in pregnancy and recommended by my Ob-Gyn.  Minimize use of medication if possible.

Headache

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  Tylenol

  
  

Upset Stomach

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  Mylanta

  
  

Constipation

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  Metamucil

  
  

Diarrhea

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  Metamucil, Kaopectate

  
  

Nasal Congestion

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  Afrin Nasal Spray

  
  

Infections

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  Ampicillin, Erythromycin (antibiotics by Rx only)

  
  

Cough 

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  Robitussin DM, vaporizer or steam with Vicks vaporub,  Cepacol Lozenges,  Chloraseptic throat spray.

  
  

Sore Throat

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  Cepacol Lozenges, Chloraseptic throat spray, non-narcotic Lozenges.

  
  

Dental Work

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  Local anesthetic(lidocaine), no nitrous oxide

  
  

Morning Sickness       

• Avoid heavy greasy meals


• Eat something like soda crackers before rising from bed after sleeping


• Eat frequent small meals


• Small sips of flat soda or herbal tea


• Do not let stomach get completely empty

Hemorrhoids

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  Tucks, Preparation-H, Anusol

  
  

Varicose Veins

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  Jobst Stockings Crest Medical

  
  

Other medications:

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  Tums, Maalox, Pepto Bismol, Colace, Preparation-H or Anusol Suppositories, Benzoyl Peroxide Acne medications, Benadryl, Emetrol, Fleets Enema-without oil, Gyne-Lotrimim, Monistat (2nd trimester only), Antihistamines (Sudafed, Actifed) after 5 months(20 weeks)

  
  

Please inform any healthcare practitioners you see that you are pregnant and consult with your doctor regarding any prescribed medications.