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Is it possible for me to take delsym (dextromethorphan) when pregnant?

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No it is category C: No it is not a good idea as it falls in category c.It means that it has not been tested in pregnant women but in animal studies it caused harm to the fetus in animals.

Dr Jacobson agreed

Answered 12/3/2013

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