2007-02-17 16:46:55 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Don't take Motrin or Advil (ibuprofen.) It is an anti-inflammatory, and anti-inflammatories do not have good reputations in pregnancy. Tylenol is actually much safer, but no more than a normal dose. I would try some natural things first, like:
Hot teas (try a catnip or spearmint, or chamomile) sweetened with honey
Honey and lemon juice
Sucking on a peppermint candy
Gargle with warm salt water
Good luck!
Claudine Crews CPM, LM
Midwifery Services of South Texas
http://midwiferyservices.org
2007-02-17 17:01:39 · answer #1 · answered by claudineintexas 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good and important question. How bad is the sore throat? A sore throat in anyone pregnant or not can be insignificant (minor irritation) or significant(infectious) . Since you didn't describe how bad the sore throat was, lets assume it is bad (very painful) and persists. It could be strep (which is common and very contagious). You will need a test (rapid strep) and or throat culture. If positive, you will receive one of three antibiotics including penV or G(a shot), amoxicillin etc., all pretty safe in pregnancy (cat B). Strep throat, while not dangerous to the fetus can have bad consequences later on for you (Rheum. fever etc). Other serious infectious causes of sore throat include toxo (from cats), CMV, diphtheria, measles, other viruses all of which can be harmful to the baby. Therefore, if it is a mild sore throat, you can probably just treat with liquids, tea, cough drops etc. You should have a good relationship with your OB to the point that you feel comfortable going in for anything. However, if it is a bad sore throat (pain, exudate, swelling) and persists, you should get it diagnosed and treated. Always err on the side of safety. Any illness that seems routine when not pregnant needs extra attention when you are pregnant. Good luck and let us know how it turns out.
2007-02-17 17:41:26 · answer #2 · answered by el cabo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cough due to minor throat irritation
Robitussin (or other brand of Guaifenesin), Robitussin DM or
non-alcohol cough syrup (not to exceed 1 week’s use)
Sore throat
Alcohol-free lozenges, such as Chloraseptic
2007-02-17 17:04:07 · answer #3 · answered by The Hippy Momma 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lozenges. I know sweetie, I've been there.
I also drank hot orange juice, because I always crave hot liquids when I'm sick, and at night I want to avoid the caffeinated beverages.
I also drank Lemon tea, black, with honey. Also caffeine free...
Those three things are my recommendation.
Good Luck!
2007-02-17 16:57:23 · answer #4 · answered by Nikki 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i got one at just 3 months and they told me not to take n e thing even cough drops he said if i was 5 months he would figure out which was best but at just 3 nothing... i got some mint candies to suck on and pretend they were cough drops they helped a bit by keeping my throat wet :S maybe some vicks on your throat and chest would help?
2007-02-17 16:55:05 · answer #5 · answered by momma 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to help heal, gargle with warm salt water. to sooth, the doctor's say hard candy is just as effective as cough drops. try some honey with lemon in hot water as a soother...make it thick and sweet. you can take some extra vitamin c for defense.
2007-02-17 16:55:28 · answer #6 · answered by rainydaydreamr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Chloraseptic or Ludens throat drops will not hurt you or even advil or motrin is ok I have had 4 girls and those are the things my doctor always told me was ok
2007-02-17 16:53:53 · answer #7 · answered by HOT 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Decaffeinated tea with honey. Or warmed (in the mirowave) ginger ale (sounds gross but it works).
2007-02-17 16:51:07 · answer #8 · answered by Jamir 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would talk to the doctor but i was able to take something as strong as zoloft when i was pregnant
2007-02-17 16:54:04 · answer #9 · answered by stacia a 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋