Obstetrical Care

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Safe Medications in Pregnancy* 

Allergies

• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
• Chlorpheniramine (Chlor-Trimeton)
• Loratadine (Claritin)
• Cetirizine (Zyrtec)

Constipation

• Docusate Sodium (Colace)
• Psyllium (Metamucil)
• Senna (Senokot)
• Polyethylene Glycol 3350 (MiraLax)
• Methylcellulose (Citrucel)

Cough

• Dextromethorphan (Robitussin)
• Guaifenesin (Mucinex)

Congestion

• Pseudoephedrine (Sudafed)
• Saline nasal spray

Fever

• Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Gas/Heartburn

• Aluminum hydroxide
• Magnesium hydroxide
• Simethicone (Maalox, Mylanta)
• Calcium Carbonate (TUMS)
• Famotidine (Pepcid)

Hemorrhoids

• Hydrocortisone (Anusol-HC)
• Witch Hazel (Tucks Pads)
• Preparation H

Nausea

• Vitamin B6
• Doxylamine (Unisom)
• Dimenhydrinate (Dramamine)
• Phosphoric Acid (Emetrol)

Trouble Sleeping

• Doxylamine (Unisom)
• Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)

*If these medications are not working for you, please contact your provider.
*Please follow directions on packaging for recommended dosages.