Once you know that you are pregnant, your doctor would give you plenty of instructions along with do’s and don’ts list. During the first visit to your doctor would request for complete checkup for analyzing the blood sample and urine sample. She would also collect necessary information about your general health and the list of any medication(s) you are currently taking. From then on, you need to follow the instructions of your doctor by taking healthy diet and avoiding any medications unless specified.Any drug that you take during pregnancy can affect the unborn child inviting complications. It is quite common for many of us to take OTC medications for Common cold and Fever. But you should not do such thing once your pregnancy is confirmed. You don’t want your baby to have any health problem due to commonly used drugs.Getting the symptoms of cold and flu is common during pregnancy and is quite common during the first month of pregnancy. As per the recommendations given by the University of Michigan Health System, you should avoid taking any medications during the first trimester of pregnancy. First 12 weeks is the critical time for the development of vital organs for the baby and any drug/medication taken during this period can interfere with the overall health of the baby. The following Lists Of Common Medications Are Not Considered Safe For The Baby :
- Nasal strips used for Nasal Congestion
- Menthol rub used on the chest and temples
- Lozenges and cough drops
- Tylenol and similar drugs for treating pains and aches
- Mylanta and similar medications used for treating nausea and Heartburn
- Cough suppressant drugs and expectorants and other cough syrups
- Aspirin, Advil and naproxen
- Avoid taking any antibiotic and antiviral drugs totally unless given by your doctor.
- During the first 3 months of pregnancy even small things can affect the development of the baby.
- Extreme tiredness and fatigue
- Body pain, fever and chills and sweats
- Cough (mild to moderate) with runny nose
- Sore Throat and difficulty in drinking and swallowing
- Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting and Dehydration
- Flu virus or Influenza virus is a seasonal infection affecting millions of people.
- Avoid contacts with people with flu
- Avoid touching your nose or mouth with fingers
- Take enough rest
- Keep yourself warm and hydrated
- Wash your hands with mild antiseptic lotion often
- Follow simple home remedies if you have got cold
- Get enough rest
- If you have mild cold and sore throat, you can gargle salt (lukewarm) water many times a day. This is the best remedy for sore throat.
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- If you have breathing difficulty you can add humidifier in your bedroom.
- Drink chicken soup to get quick relief from congestion of nose and chest.
- Avoid going out of home particularly if the flu season is around.
- Keep your home and office atmosphere clean.
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