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I am 31 weeks pregnant. i took a cough syrup that contains ivy leaf. since i took it the top of my stomach has been cramping 6 hours now. is this ok?

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Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

Unsure: While this could be a form of GI upset, you can't make that assumption. Please call the doctor or midwife who is delivering you and alert them of the pain now. Based on your description, I can't rule out preterm labor or contractions. By the way most cough drops and plain Robitussin (guaifenesin) area probably the safest for a cough during pregnancy.

Answered 2/18/2015

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A member asked:

I am 31 weeks pregnant. i took a cough syrup that contains ivy leaf. since i took it the top of my stomach has been cramping 6 hours now. is this ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Lawson answered

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