Over-the-counter medications that can be taken during pregnancy
UK Birthing CenterConstipation:
- Miralax®
- Colace
- Docusate
- Benefiber®
- Metamucil®
- Fiber bars
- Increased water consumption
Diarrhea:
Increase fluids, such as Gatorade, BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast). If severe, lasting more than 48 hours or if bloody, consult provider.
Gas
- Simethicone
- Mylanta®
- Gas X®
Headaches, cold symptoms, allergies:
- Sudafed® for stuffy nose
- Zyrtec®, Claritin® (Loratadine) or Benadryl® (Diphenhydramine HCl) for allergies
- Mucinex® (Guaifenesin)or Hall’s drops for cough
- Chloraseptic® spray for sore throat
- Tylenol®
Insomnia
- Benadryl®
- Unisom®
Nausea and/or vomiting:
- Tums® or Viactiv® chews
- Famotidine
- Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)- 50 mg daily
- Candied Ginger (sold at Whole Foods and Williams & Sonoma)
- ½ tablet Unisom® at bedtime
Skin
Do not use any form of Retin A (Tretinoin) during the length of your pregnancy
Refrain from using skin treatments first trimester
Yeast infection
- Miconazole Nitrate (Monistat®)
Note: These medications are considered safe when taken as instructed, but please consult with your doctor before starting any new medication.
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