what kind of cough syrup can you take while pregnant?
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['plain cough syrup, such as Vicks.', 'dextromethorphan (Robitussin; category C) and dextromethorphan-guaifenesin (Robitussin DM; category C) cough syrups.', 'cough expectorant during the day.', 'cough suppressant at night.', 'acetaminophen (Tylenol; category B) to relieve pain and fever.']
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['Moderate. dextromethorphan doxylamine. ... ', 'dextromethorphan gabapentin. Applies to: Tylenol Cold & Cough Nighttime (acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine) and gabapentin. ... ', 'doxylamine gabapentin.']
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Additionally, short-term use of decongestants, antihistamines, expectorants, and cough suppressants for upper-respiratory infections are generally regarded as safe during pregnancy in limited amounts. However, you will need to avoid aspirin, and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc…).
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['Triaminic Cold and Cough,', 'Robitussin Cough,', 'Delsym, and.', 'Vicks 44 Cough and Cold.']
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BENYLIN® Dry and Tickly Cough Syrup soothes the tickly sensation that makes you want to cough. How it works. The glycerol and demineralised liquid sugar in this non-drowsy formula help to soothe the tickling sensation of your cough so that you can get back to your day.
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['Menthol cough drops. Menthol cough drops are available at most drugstores. ... ', 'Humidifier. A humidifier is a machine that adds moisture to the air. ... ', 'Soup, broth, tea, or another hot beverage. ... ', 'Avoid irritants. ... ', 'Honey. ... ', 'Gargle salt water. ... ', 'Herbs. ... ', 'Vitamins.']
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Sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes Chlorpheniramine, such as Triaminic Allergy, and diphenhydramine, such as Benadryl, are safe to take during pregnancy.
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Dextromethorphan is an ingredient in many cough preparations and at recommended doses is safe for people with diabetes. Epinephrine , phenylephrine, and pseudoephedrine are usually found in nasal sprays, but also some oral cold medicines.
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['paracetamol or ibuprofen.', 'cough syrup to help with your cough.', 'solutions to gargle or lozenges for the pain.']
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Cough & sore throat meds Sore throat sprays or lozenges are generally considered safe, as are cough drops. Avoid eating excessive amounts of cough drops containing menthol. Large amounts of menthol can reduce milk supply. Many forms of Robitussin, Delsym and Benylin are considered compatible with breastfeeding.
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Consider honey to reduce coughing. It works better than the OTC cough meds dextromethorphan and diphenhydramine, according to a 2014 review of four studies. For children 1 and older, the American Academy of Pediatrics suggests a half-teaspoon of honey to start.
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['A medicinal or natural ingredient that thins out phlegm in the lungs and helps to bring it up and out of the airways (lungs, bronchi and trachea).', 'Guaifenesin or glyceryl guaiacolate is the most popular medicinal expectorant used in cough syrups and other cough medicines.']
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Robitussin and pregnancy. Dextromethorphan and guaifenesin both appear to be safe to use during pregnancy. However, many liquid cough medications that contain these ingredients also contain alcohol. You shouldn't consume alcohol during pregnancy because it can cause birth defects.
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The other type is a suppressant - such as codeine or dextromethorphan - which works to suppress our urge to cough. While there is some evidence that cough syrups containing expectorants or suppressants may reduce the intensity or frequency of a cough, they have no effect in reducing its duration.
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['Covonia Night Time Formula – 150ml. ... ', 'Night Nurse Cold & Flu Capsules – 10 Capsules. ... ', 'Night Nurse Cold Remedy – 160ml. ... ', 'Covonia Original Bronchial Balsam – 150ml. ... ', 'Multi-Action Actifed Dry Coughs – 100ml. ... ', 'Robitussin Dry Cough Medicine – 100ml. ... ', 'Benylin Dry Cough 7.5mg/5ml Syrup – 150ml.']
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Use Calcough Products for Cough Relief CALCOUGH® Infant Syrup. A soothing, non-drowsy, colour- and sugar-free syrup that can relieve your child's dry, tickly cough. It's suitable for children over three months and contains glycerol. CALCOUGH® Children's Syrup.
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It is safe for pregnant women to take most over-the-counter cold medications, like Tylenol or cough drops, to help recover from a cold. Cold symptoms might feel stronger or come on quicker when you're pregnant, and you should talk to a doctor if your cold lasts more than seven days.