The Below Medications are Safe to Take During Pregnancy

        You may use generic brands whenever available

Cold/Allergy:

• Loratadine (Claritin)
• Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
• Guaifenesin (Mucinex, Robitissin)
• Dextromethorphan
• Saline Nasal Spray
• Cough Drops
• Fluticasone nasal spray

(Avoid use of phenylephrine until after 12 weeks)

Constipation:

• Increase fiber, fluid, exercise
• Docusate Sodium (Colace, stool softener)
• Fiber supplements
• Miralax
• Milk of Mag

Diarrhea:

• Loperamide (Imodium)
• Bananas, rice, applesauce

Headaches/Aches/Pains:

• Acetaminophen, regular or extra strength (Tylenol) Max of 3000mg/day
• Caffeine 200 mg per day

Heartburn:

• Calcium carbonate (Tums)
• Famotidine (Pepcid, Zantac)
• Simethicone (Mylanta, Maalox, Gas-X)

Hemorrhoids:

• Anusol
• Preparation H
• Tucks
• Witch Hazel

Nausea/Vomiting:

• Doxylamine (Unisom), 12.5mg nightly
• Vitamin B6, up to 100mg, 2 times per day
• Ginger 250mg, 4 times per day
• Acupuncture wrist bands

Sleep:

• Doxylamine (Unisom)
• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
• Acetaminophen PM (Tylenol PM)
• Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)

Yeast Infection:

• Miconazole (Monistat 7 Day)
• Clotrimazole (Mycelex, Gyne Lotrimin)

If you have any questions about medications you are currently taking or plan to take, please call our office at 605-343-7295

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