Caught a bad cold and my nose is fully blocked, feeling miserable at 16 weeks. I dont want to take anything random without checking. Planning to call my doc but tell me what was safe for u guys?
Cold in pregnancy is so annoying yaar! Honestly, actually most OTC cold meds are not safe. Just call your doctor's clinic, the assistant will ask the doc and tell u what to take.
I felt so helpless when I got a severe cold in my first trimester, I didn't want to take any medicine fearing it might harm my baby. My doctor finally told me to take only basic paracetamol after she confirmed the dosage. Never self-medicate, please.
Ugh, being pregnant and sick is the absolute worst combination! I just had a cold last week and my doctor told me only specific nose drops and paracetamol are safe. Call your gynac, don't suffer in silence!
I recently had a bad cold just before my delivery. My doctor strictly told me to avoid multi-symptom cold tablets. They gave me a safe, simple prescription that cleared my throat in two days.
It's so tricky because almost all common cold medicines say 'consult doctor' on the back. Have you tried asking your gynac on the phone? What home remedies are you trying right now?
I totally understand how miserable you must be feeling right now, dear, dealing with a cold during pregnancy is so tough. Please don't take any OTC tablets. Just rest and let your gynac suggest a safe medicine for you.
Stay strong and keep a positive mind, dear. Drink warm water and take steam inhalation to clear your nose naturally. For any medicine, always ask your doctor first to keep the baby safe.
Honestly, before taking any pills, try steam inhalation twice a day and hot ginger water. If it doesn't get better, just consult your regular doctor and buy whatever they prescribe. It's the safest and easiest way.
Do not take any standard cold or cough syrups over the counter, they can be harmful. I always used warm saline gargles and steam. If the congestion is bad, call your gynac for a safe prescription.
I am trying to conceive and was told to avoid all normal cold medicines as they can affect ovulation or early pregnancy. Maybe try some warm ginger-tulsi tea? Hope you get well soon!
