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Medications & Other Treatments to Relieve Discomforts During Pregnancy
Listed below are over-the-counter/non-prescription medications and treatments that may be used to relieve discomforts experienced during your pregnancy. Please call your physician before taking any medications other than the ones listed below. Condition/Symptoms Over-the-Counter Medications & Otheer Treatments
Tylenol, Regular or Extra Strength DO NOT use aspirin or ibuprofen which may be harmful to the fetus.
Warm compress to eyes, temples and nose to relieve a headache in the sinus area. Cold compress to the back of the neck to relieve a tension headache. Reduce stress with relaxation exercises. Rest in a dark, quiet room and get enough sleep.
Increase fluids. Call your physician with fever over 100.8.
Cough Drops or Throat Lozenges Mucinex or Mucinex-DM Robitussin or Robitussin-DM
Tylenol, Regular or Extra Strength Report any fever greater than 100.8 that does not respond to Tylenol.
Cepacol Lozenges Chloraseptic Spray or Lozenges Salt Water Gargle
Medications & Other Treatments to Relieve Discomforts During Pregnancy Condition/Symptoms Over-the-Counter Medications & Otheer Treatments
Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water each dday. Eat foods high in fiber such as raw fruits, vegetables, and bran.
Bland diet or BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, tea or toast)
Call your physician if symptoms persist for more than 24 hours.
Avoid spicy foods, greasy or fatty foods, chocolate and caffeine. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat your last meal of the day several hours before bedtime. Avoid lying down for 2 hours after eating or use pillows to elevate your upper body.
Anusol cream or suppositories Tucks Pads Preparation H
Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water each dday. Eat foods high in fiber such as raw fruits, vegetables, and bran. Sit in a tub of warm water to soothe discomfort.
Peppermint or Oil of Peppermint Eat frequent, small meals. Eat toast or crackers first thing in the morning. Call your physician if vomiting persists for more than 24 hours.
Medications & Other Treatments to Relieve Discomforts During Pregnancy Condition/Symptoms Over-the-Counter Medications & Other Treatments
Tylenol, Regular or Extra Strength DO NOT use aspirin or ibuprofen which may be harmful to the fetus.
Apply heating pad on medium heat or a warm towel four times a day for 15 minutes. Sleep on your side with a pillow between your legs. Sleep on a firm bed.
Avoid standing for long periods of time.
Drink plenty of water to stay well hydrated.
Bengay Tiger Balm Tylenol, Regular or Extra Strength DO NOT use aspirin or ibuprofen which may be harmful to the fetus.
Avoid standing or sitting in one position for long periods of time. Relax muscles by stretching, gentle massage or taking a warm bath before bedtime.
Monistat Call the office for any signs of infection (itching, irritation, greenish or yellowish color, odor) or if you may be leaking amniotic fluid. Do not douche.
Yellow Fever Vaccine YF-VAX ¨ Caution: Federal (USA) law prohibits dispensing without prescription. DESCRIPTION YF-VAX¨, Yellow Fever Vaccine, for subcutaneous use, is prepared by culturing the 17D strain of yellow fever virus in living avian leukosis virus-free (ALV-free) chicken embryos. The vaccine, containing sorbitol and gelatin as a stabilizer, is lyophilized, and hermetically seal
Medications & Other Treatments to Relieve Discomforts During Pregnancy 
Medications & Other Treatments to Relieve Discomforts During Pregnancy 
Medications & Other Treatments to Relieve Discomforts During Pregnancy