My nose is fully blocked and I cant sleep at night yaar, used to use otrivin before. Now im 14 weeks and scared to use anything. Did anyone use nasal drops, what did ur doc say?
It's very important to be extremely cautious with any medication during pregnancy. I was advised against most nasal sprays due to potential systemic effects. Please, for your and baby's safety, talk to your doctor immediately before using anything.
Nasal decongestants like Otrivin are generally not recommended during pregnancy, especially in the first trimester, due to concerns about potential effects on blood vessels. It's always best to consult your doctor for safe alternatives for nasal congestion.
When I had a blocked nose, my mother told me to use warm water steam, and my gynac also said no to most nasal sprays. It's better to use natural remedies or only what your doctor explicitly allows. They care about you and baby.
Most doctors advise against strong nasal decongestants like Otrivin during pregnancy because they can restrict blood vessels. For a blocked nose, saline drops or steam inhalation are usually the safest bets. Always confirm with your gynac first, though.
Otrivin type sprays, no no, better to avoid. My doctor said saline nasal drops are safer for congestion. Or try steam, simple garam paani ki bhaap. These things are cheap and safe, no need for fancy medicines unless doc says.
I always avoided *any* over-the-counter meds without my doctor's specific go-ahead, especially with my PCOS history. Otrivin is generally something doctors advise against in pregnancy. Please call your gynac to ask about safe options for congestion.
