what can i take for a sore throat and stuffy nose while i'm 5 months pregnant?

Answer 1

drink warm milk with little pepper powder added, use vapourub like vicks....................do not take pills..................my friend has been adviced by her doc not even to take strepsils

Answer 2

You just have a cold. It'll go away. There's some candies that you suck on that are good for your sore throat, you might want to look into getting those. As for the stuffy nose, carry a kleenex.

Answer 3

My doctor let me take Sudafed for a stuffy nose and Tylenol for pain when I was pregnant. But I would still check with your doctor if I were you. Just to be on the safe side as it's been 12 years since I was last pregnant. :)

Answer 4

For the stuffy nose you can take sudafed. I don't know about the sore throat. Try hard candies.

Answer 5

The best thing for you to do is to try out home remedies. Please don't take any medication at this stage. Sore throat is usually due to a viral infection. Gargling with warm salty water or mouthwash can reduce the pain and inconvenience. You can find some good home remedies at http://ailments.in/sorethroat.html

Answer 6

Call your doctor up. He/she knows your medical condition and what your allergic to and what drugs you can and can not take during this time in your pregnancy. Good Luck.

Answer 7

I would ask the pharmacist at your local drug store before taking anything

Answer 8

honestly, I wouldn't take anything. Would you rather be a little sick or risk the baby's health? Please, don't risk it. Doctor's advise to not take cold medicine for a reason.

Answer 9

try cough drops and gargle with salt water, can't use much else unless you consult with your physician

Answer 10

Talk to your obgyn. They can help you best.