Medications in Pregnancy
Always consult with your physician regarding use of over-the-counter and prescription medications during your pregnancy. The following are general guidelines:
Acceptable Nonprescription Medications (Use only when necessary)
- Acetaminophen (Tylenol®)
- Diphenhydramine (Benadryl®)
- Guaifenesin (Robitussin®)
- Dextromethophen
- Chlorpheniramine-Maleate (Chlor-Trimeton®)
- Psuedoephedrine (Sudafed®) (Avoid in first trimester and do not use if you have high blood pressure.)
- Maalox® or Mylanta®
- Antacid: Tums® and Ro·laids® provide calcium
- Antibiotics prescribed by a MD who is aware you are pregnant
- Fiber supplements
Medications to Avoid When Pregnant
- RetinA®
- Tetracycline
- Doxycycline
- Oral Hypoglycemic
- Unless prescribed by MD
- Ibuprofen, Advil®, Motrin®, Aleve®
- Aspirin
Throughout your pregnancy, remember to:
- Stop Smoking.
- Avoid alcohol and recreational drugs.
- Avoid unpasteurized/uncultured cheeses.
- Avoid eating shark, swordfish, mackerel, or tilefish.
- Avoid eating raw meat/fish.
- Eat tuna no more than twice per month.
- Avoid high temperature (bath/hot tubs over lOOF).
- Avoid touching cat feces/kitty litter.
- Take prenatal vitamins daily to reduce your risk of neural tube defect. (Make sure they have at least 400 micrograms of Folic Acid/folacin.)