Is dextromethorphan safe in pregnancy?

Question

I'm having a cough and saw that some cough syrups contain dextromethorphan. I'm wondering if this ingredient is considered safe to use during pregnancy.

Manjula Prasad · Answer

Better to avoid taking these chemicals directly right now. Try hot water steam and ask your doctor for a safe alternative.

Vrishti Naik · Answer

Don't go for over-the-counter cough medicines during pregnancy. Just drop a quick message to your doctor to get a safe prescription, it takes two minutes.

Jayalakshmi Chauhan · Answer

It's so tough to manage a cold when you are already feeling weak. Just check with your gynac once, they will prescribe a safe medicine.

Dipti Babu · Answer

No self-medicating with cough syrups, please. Just call your doctor's clinic and ask if this is safe for your trimester.

Namrata Shenoy · Answer

Uff, dealing with a cough while pregnant is so annoying and tiring! But seriously, dont take any cough syrup like that without asking your gynac first.

Sulochana Patnaik · Answer

I know how stressful it is when u are sick and worried about what is safe for the baby. Please call your doctor before taking this, it will make u feel much better.