I have a headache and usually take paracetamol for relief. I'm pregnant now, so I wanted to ask if it's generally considered safe to take paracetamol during pregnancy for pain or fever.
Generally, doctors say paracetamol is safe, but I always tried home remedies first like a cold compress or ginger tea for headaches. If your fever is high or pain is severe, don't just keep taking tablets, directly consult your doctor.
Yes, paracetamol is considered the safest painkiller during pregnancy and even now while I am breastfeeding. I took it a couple of times for fever after checking the dosage with my doctor. Just don't overdo it.
When I had terrible headaches along with morning sickness, my gynac said paracetamol is totally safe to take. It really saved me on some bad days. Just ask your doctor for the right dose so you don't have to suffer.
My doctor allowed me paracetamol when I had a bad headache, but only the exact dose she wrote. Try to avoid self-medicating, and make sure you eat a proper meal before taking any pill, especially if you are managing blood sugar.
I have heard from my married cousins that doctors do prescribe it during pregnancy for mild fever or body pain. But I feel we should still ask our gynac before taking it, just to be absolutely safe.
