Approved Medications
Approved Medications/Care During Pregnancy
Although you should try to minimize medication during your pregnancy, sometimes it is necessary for your health and comfort to take some type of medication. This list includes medicines that are safe for consumption during pregnancy. Generic equivalents are acceptable.
Always check over-the-counter cold medication for alcohol, sugar, caffeine, or aspirin. Medication should be taken as directed and for no longer than seven days. If symptoms persist, call our office.
Claritin
Regular Sudafed (pseudoephedrine)
Mucinex
Zyrtec
Robitussin DM
Cough/Throat Lozenges
Tylenol Cold
Saline Nasal Spray/Rinse
Cool mist humidifier/vaporizer. Mentholated Vapor Rub.
Colace 100mg 1 or 2 daily
Metamucil/Citrucel
Miralax
Milk of Magnesia
Increase water intake to 8-10 eight-ounce glasses daily
Eat plenty of fresh fruits, green leafy vegetables and fiber
Get adequate exercise; walking is a good exercise during pregnancy
If constipation persists, call our office for further instructions
Generally diarrhea is a symptom of a viral illness that will run its course in a few days.
You might also try the B.R.A.T diet (banana, rice, applesauce, toast/tea). If diarrhea persists, call for further instructions.
Tucks
Soak in a warm bath
Tylenol, Extra Strength Tylenol, or generic Acetaminophen
Motrin, Advil or generic Ibuprofen – for use after 20 weeks gestation discuss with your physician
No Aspirin unless prescribed by your physician
Gaviscon
Maalox
Mylanta, Mylanta II
Rolaids
The following medications may be used only on the advice of your physician:
Zantac
Prilosec
Prevacid
The following medication can be taken for relief of nausea:
Vitamin B6 (50mg twice daily)
Ginger Root (2 tablets, 2-4 times a day)
Small frequent meals
8-10 glasses of water a day as fluids between meals tend to decrease nausea
The following medication can be used for relief of vaginal yeast infection:
Monistat – Intravaginal with applicator or intravaginal suppository as directed. Topical cream for external symptoms as directed. Avoid vaginal intercourse during treatment.
Call if symptoms persist.
You can help prevent yeast infections by making sure that your genital area stays as dry as
Wear cotton, not nylon, underwear, and avoid tight-fitting pants and panty hose
Change out of a wet swimsuit right away
Avoid douches and feminine sprays, scented toilet paper, and deodorant tampons