The acidity is unbearable these days, especially at night. Someone gave me rolaids but im scared to take anything without checking. Just want to know if it's okay during pregnancy before I ask my gynac.
Pregnancy heartburn can be so painful, I get it! Rolaids are generally considered safe in moderation, but do ask your gynac once. I managed my acidity by eating small meals and walking a bit after eating.
Please be very careful with self-medication during pregnancy. Since I had a high-risk pregnancy with complications, my doctor strictly told me not to take even basic antacids without asking. Better to just call your clinic and confirm.
Based on what my gynac explained, Rolaids contain calcium and magnesium which are usually safe, but they can block your body from absorbing iron from your prenatal vitamins. If you take them, make sure there's a gap of a few hours.
My mother-in-law always told me to drink cold milk for acidity, which really helped. But for over-the-counter tablets like Rolaids, it's always best to ask your doctor first before taking anything.
Oh god, the spicy biryani cravings were real for me, but the heartburn afterward was killer! While some moms take Rolaids, definitely check with your doc first so you can enjoy your food stress-free.
