My throat is killing me and i usually just pop a strepsil but now in pregnancy im scared to take anything without checking. Im 14 weeks. Will confirm with my doc but wanted to know if anyone used these safely?
With twins, I had double the trouble and a terrible throat cold. My doctor strictly said no OTC lozenges like Strepsils without asking. Just stick to warm ginger water and salt water gargles, it's safer and actually works.
Do not take any OTC medicine like Strepsils without asking your gynecologist. Pregnancy requires extreme care, especially if you have had any previous issues. Call your doctor's clinic and ask for a safe throat lozenge.
Actually, some strepsils have active ingredients that aren't recommended in pregnancy. My app tracker always flagged OTC medications. Best to avoid them and stick to hot water with honey until you can message your doctor.
In our home, we usually make dry ginger and pepper tea for throat pain, which is very safe. Avoid Strepsils unless your doctor specifically says yes. A nice warm saltwater gargle is the safest option.
I had a tough time conceiving due to PCOS, so I was extremely careful. Standard Strepsils are not always safe during pregnancy because of certain ingredients. Please ask your doctor for a safe prescription instead of self-medicating.
I can't give medical advice, but my doctor told me to avoid Strepsils during my pregnancy. She asked me to do warm saline gargles instead, which really helped my throat. Definitely check with your gynac.
Oh, I had a sore throat last week and was wondering the same thing! I decided to just stick to warm turmeric milk because I was scared to take Strepsils. Did your doctor suggest any safe alternatives?
