I may or may not be pregnant. My husband and I have been trying and I am a week late (YEAH!!!!) but test still comes up negative. I just want to know what the safest decongestant would be to take since I really need one right now without compromising the possible pregnancy.
2006-11-26 00:41:16 · 8 answers · asked by FaerieWhings 7 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Hun, you can use Sudafed, Claritin, and Saline Nasal Sprays. Those were all approved by my doctor for both of my pregnancies, and I'm still pregnant with my second, but my first is completely healthy.
I hope that you're pregnant! Let us know if you are! :)
2006-11-26 00:51:41 · answer #1 · answered by <3 The Pest <3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a pediatrician- the safest decongestant would be a neosynephrine nasal spray such as "Afrin". Antihistamines and oral decongestantants may affect the fetus. If your cold goes on for too long you may want to ask your MD for an antibiotic- good luck with your pregnancy.
2006-11-26 00:50:43 · answer #2 · answered by pedidoc43 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a question for your doctor, but decongestants, antihistamines, and nasal sprays are all pretty bad, in general.
The rule of thumb is that you should avoid all medications during your first trimester of pregnancy, while the baby's organs are forming.
How about trying a vapor steamer? That's about all I'd be willing to try, at such a fragile stage.
Congrats, I hope!
Polly
2006-11-26 00:50:18 · answer #3 · answered by Polly 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ive been told its safe for me to use olbas oil, a couple of drops on a hanky or tissue is all you need or a few drops on your pillow at night.
i hope you get a + result soon x x x x
2006-11-26 00:59:01 · answer #4 · answered by mum_2_many 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used garlic (in a tea form) or garlic oil capsules with great results and no side effects. I hope the Lord grants you both the desire of your hearts!
2006-11-26 00:56:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was told by my OBGYN that the only meds I could take, if I really needed them were: Tylenol, Tums and plain sudafed. That's it.
BUT call your doctor and ASK them first.
2006-11-26 00:49:50 · answer #6 · answered by Jennifer L 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask a pharmacist.... not all the same drugs has the same effect on individuals... they may all vary...
one might say A brand is the best... for them...but you wont really know until uve taken it!
2006-11-26 00:43:11 · answer #7 · answered by Cool November Rain 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dear sister,u can use ,not contraindicated but better avoid.
2006-11-26 00:46:49 · answer #8 · answered by DrIndeed 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋