Pregnancy Medication Guide

Associates in Womens Health in Omaha, NE

Before you start or stop any medicine, it is always best to speak with the doctor who is caring for you while you are pregnant. The board-certified obstetricians at Associates in Womens Health want to make sure you know what is safe to take and what could cause complications. If you have any questions please call our office before taking and over the counter or prescription medications.

Call Us At (402) 697-7200

Pain Medication

Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Extra Strength Tylenol DO NOT USE: Aspirin, Motrin, Advil (Ibuprofen), Aleve (unless specified by your healthcare provider)

Anthistamines

Zyrtec, Claritin, Benadryl, Dimetapp

Decongestants

Sudafed (pseudoephedrine), Robitussin CF, Tylenol Cold and Sinus, Dimetapp

Insomnia

Benadryl (for occasional use only)

Hemorrhoids

Hydrocortisone Ointment, Preparation H, Tucks, Witch Hazel

Diarrhea

Imodium AD, Probiotics, Sports Drinks to replace electrolytes, Diet (banana, rice, applesauce, toast)

Nausea

Try small frequent meals. Ginger Ale, Vitamin B6, Sea Bands, Unisom, Ginger, Preggie Pops

Heartburn, Indigestion, Gas

Tums, Pepcid, Zantac, Prilosec, Prevacid, Maalge, Mylanta, Gaviscon

Cough/Colds

Robitussin (cough), Sudafed, Delsym, Mucinex D/DM, Benadryl, Driston, Cough Drops, Robitussin DM

Yeast Infections

Call for appointment

Toothache

Extra Strength Tylenol

Constipation

Increase fluid intake, Colace, Metamucil, Miralax, Citrucel, Fibercon, milk of magnesia, Senokot

Schedule an Appointment

The expertly trained OBGYNs at Associates in Womens Health have extensive experience providing guidance around safe medications while pregnant. They will take the time to answer any questions you may have. Call (402) 697-7200 to schedule an appointment at our office in Omaha, NE today!