Im about 8 weeks pregnant and i have a cold. My temperature is going up and down (which also happens when i dont have a cold sometimes. Ive not taken anything for it. But im feeling preety rubbish. Ive not appertite but im eatting for the baby and im keeping warm. Is it gonna harm my baby?
2006-12-27 19:44:56 · 4 answers · asked by Littleblonde-kacey is here 6 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It's miserable to have a cold when you are pregnant. Chances are, there isn't anything you will do that will cause you to lose the baby. You are smart to be careful about what medicines you take. I got this from webmd.com:
Many flu and cold medicines have not been well studied in pregnancy. Women should check with their doctors before taking any over-the-counter or prescription medication during pregnancy.
Medications to avoid during pregnancy include:
Antiviral drugs such as Tamiflu, Flumadine, Relenza or Symmetrel. These drugs may cause a small increase in the risk of birth defects.
Aspirin and ibuprofen. Aspirin may cause bleeding. Ibuprofen hasn't been studied in pregnant women.
The expectorant guaifenesin and the cough suppressant dextromethorphan, found commonly in cold and flu medicines and cough syrups. Their safety is either unknown or they have been linked to pregnancy complications in animal studies.
Medications that your doctor may suggest during pregnancy include:
Acetaminophen, the preferred treatment for aches and pains of flu and colds during pregnancy.
Chlorpheniramine, the antihistamine of choice for pregnant women.
Pseudoephedrine, the decongestant of choice during pregnancy. Do not use pseudoephedrine in the first trimester because it has been linked to developmental problems within the fetus's digestive system.
These medications are found commonly in over-the-counter cold and flu remedies. Check labels carefully.
Hope you get feeling better soon.
2006-12-27 19:57:16 · answer #1 · answered by Eric's wife 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
take the tylenol for your fever call your ob doctor they will give you a list of over the counter cold medication you can use don't take nyquil like that other said your baby will be all right if you follow your doctors instruction.
2006-12-27 22:07:44 · answer #2 · answered by twister 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to get the best resultm take the good advise of a doctor about your problem. Immediately go to your doctor for consultation
2006-12-27 19:50:32 · answer #3 · answered by Jesus M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go see your dr
he/she might give you something
2006-12-27 20:04:31 · answer #4 · answered by samatha 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋