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Dr. Marjorie Greenfield
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Treating colds during pregnancy
QUESTION
Dear Dr. Greenfield,
What over-the-counter medications can I take for a cold while I am pregnant?

— 9/10/00 Stuffed up and miserable

ANSWER
September 28, 2000
For nasal congestion, Sudafed® is generally considered to be okay as long as blood pressure is normal. All the Robitussin® medications are usually considered to be safe as well. Tylenol® is fine for treating fever, and practitioners are generally in favor of treating fever during pregnancy, since high body temperatures are not good for the baby.

— by Marjorie Greenfield, M.D.

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