What medications can I take during pregnancy?

Pregnancy and medication: caution

Like most of what we swallow, drugs largely pass the placental barrier and can reach the fetus. Present in the maternal body, these substances are therefore also present, in varying concentrations, in the unborn baby.

Regardless of how you take the treatment, oral, transcutaneous, rectal, sublingual … the danger is the same. If it is a medicine that is taken otherwise, for example a topical cream, and is not intended to pass into the blood, you should still be very careful.

First rule: we do not practiceself-medication. No drug is taken without medical advice, even if it is sold without a prescription! What if our doctor prescribed medicine for us at the start of your pregnancy, it is no longer necessarily recommended in the second or third trimester.

During a consultation with the doctor, the pharmacy, a nurse … you must always say that you are pregnant! These professions, like all health professionals, are governed by medical confidentiality and will therefore keep this information for themselves and for medical monitoring.

Medicines for pregnant women: the site to consult

The CRAT website (Reference Center on Teratogenic Agents) has a search engine that allows you to search for a drug or a pharmaceutical molecule, and to know whether or not this represents a risk for the baby during pregnancy, but also during pregnancy. breastfeeding. We speak of a teratogenic effect to designate an effect on the development of the fetus which may in particular give rise to malformations. Do not hesitate to consult the Crat site if you have the slightest doubt! In addition, take care to read the instructions for the medication before taking it, to avoid any risk to the development of the fetus.

What drugs against nausea during pregnancy?

Nausea is very common during the first three months of pregnancy. Certain medications, such as homeopathy or acupressure bracelets, can be used safely to relieve these minor ailments.

Colds, coughs and pregnancy: ask your pharmacist for advice

As a general rule, the course of action for pregnant women is to avoid medicinal preparations sold in pharmacies, which often state on the box or on the leaflet “not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women”. Expectorants are not a problem, but codeine-based cough suppressants should be avoided. Take your pain patiently, products to unblock the nose are contraindicated throughout the duration of pregnancy. On the other hand, physiological serum and seawater spray are authorized!

Headache and fever during pregnancy: which medicine?

What to take in case of festive ailments when you are pregnant? Paracetamol is a priori safe at the usual doses, as long as it is not taken every day. This medication can be prescribed from the beginning to the end of pregnancy. Aspirin, like all non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) including Ibuprofen, on the other hand, are formally contraindicated from the start of pregnancy.

Abdominal pain during pregnancy: authorized spasfon

During pregnancy, you may experience pain in your stomach and pelvis. You can safely reduce them with antispasmodics (Spasfon).

Fatigue and pregnant anemia: supplements on medical advice

Supplements of iron, vitamins and trace elements are sometimes necessary on prescription from your doctor. However, a balanced diet is usually sufficient.

Constipation and heartburn while pregnant: tips and advice

These two symptoms are very common in pregnant women, there are drugs that can be taken regardless of the stage of pregnancy. However, no miracle cure, but simple rules to follow. To fight constipation: exercise (half an hour of walking a day is enough), watch your diet (green vegetables, fruits, dairy products) and drink a lot. For stomach pain: avoid fatty, spicy foods that are difficult to digest.