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Hi i'm 17 weeks pregnant and have a horrible cold i can't taste or smell but my nose isn't stuffed can i take zinc tabs?

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Dr. Erinn Huffman answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

Yes: Zinc tabs should be fine. Make sure to stay well hydrated during the illness. You should probably see your doctor to make sure nothing else is going on.

Answered 5/12/2014

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A member asked:

Hi i'm 17 weeks pregnant and have a horrible cold i can't taste or smell but my nose isn't stuffed can i take zinc tabs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Erinn Huffman answered

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