Newly pregnant here and i have a few common medicines lying at home for cold, fever, acidity etc. Now im scared to touch any of them without knowing. Can someone tell which ones we should completely stay away from during these months?
I stopped all my regular self bought medicines the moment I found out, even simple ones. I'd rather ask the doctor every single time than guess. That was my approach and it kept things stress free.
The real answer is it depends on your trimester and health, so a fixed list isnt enough. The safest approach is to run any medicine, even an over the counter one, past your gynac first. They'll tell you whats fine and whats not for you.
My doctor told me to avoid painkillers like ibuprofen and combiflam, and never to start any antibiotic or new medicine without asking her. She also said be careful with random ayurvedic or herbal stuff people suggest. The safest rule she gave, check with me before taking anything.
Honest answer, dont try to memorise a list, just dont take anything your gynac hasnt approved. Common ones people are told to avoid are certain painkillers and some allergy or acidity meds. For anything you need, one quick call to the doctor settles it.
