Practically everything the mother takes into her body is passed through the placenta into the baby’s bloodstream. It is very important that you avoid taking medications unnecessarily, particularly in the first eight to twelve weeks when the baby’s heart, lungs and brain are being developed. Some over-the-counter medications are considered safe to take and are listed below, but a good rule to follow is to read labels carefully. TAKE ALL MEDICATIONS AS DIRECTED AND DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM DAILY DOSE. If the condition for which you are taking the medication does not improve within one or two days call your physician for advice.
ALLERGIES, HAY FEVER, OR COLDS
CONSTIPATION
COUGHS
DIARRHEA
FEVER, HEADACHES, BODYACHES
You may take Tylenol for fever less than 100.5 degree. If the fever is higher, please call your physician. Do not take Aspirin, Advil or Ibuprofen.
HEMORRHOIDS
HEARTBURN OR INDIGESTION
NAUSEA
SORE THROAT