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A member asked:

I'm eight months pregnant. have early symptoms if the flu. is there an over-the-counter medicine i can take?

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See your OB: See your OB immediately. Flu in pregnancy can be very serious. Don't delay diagnosis by trying over the counter meds first. Be safe and feel better fast for you and your baby.

Answered 1/2/2015

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