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Most medicines taken during pregnancy cross the placenta and reach the fetus, so it's important to know which ones are safe, and which should be avoided—and what some natural remedies are instead.recommends getting plenty of rest , drinking lots of fluids and trying some natural remedies. For instance, to reduce congestion, place a humidifier in your room, elevate your head during rest time, or try nasal strips.
As far as OTC medications go, the APA advises keeping the number to a minimum during pregnancy. Among the safest options for pregnant women are:Expectorants , cough suppressants , vapor rubs , and most cough drops are generally considered safe to help ease a cough.Cold medicines that you should avoid, however, include:Afrin and other non-steroidal nasal decongestant sprays containing oxymetazoline.To be on the safe side, always get your cold meds approved by your pharmacist, doctor or midwife.
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