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Can i take nyquil if i'm 25 weeks pregnant ?

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Dr. John Michel answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

I would not: Nyquil usually has acetaminophen, and antihistamine and dextromethorphan. Two of these three drugs you do not need while you are pregnant. The usual nyquil also has alcohol. I would ask your ob doc what you should take for a cold. Best wishes.

Answered 12/18/2014

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Dr. Mary Vanko answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Cold medicine: Over the counter cold meds are antihistamines, decongestants and tylenol (acetaminophen). Generally these are considered safe in low risk moms

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Dr. Saptarshi Bandyopadhyay answered

Specializes in Hospital-based practice

Best not but shdb OK: Nyquil contains acetaminophen, doxylamine or diphenhydramine (sedating antihistamines) & dextromethorphan (cough suppressant).It also has a small amount of alcohol in it. Doxylamine is approved for the first trimester, & is probably safe throughout but the effects of it on the fetus (like most medications) are unknown. U can get dextromethorphan (cough syrup) by itself without resorting to Nyquil.

Answered 12/18/2014

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Dr. Stephen Southard answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

It is discouraged: Due to the high alcohol content.

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