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33wks. pregnant, having a bad toothache, tylenol (acetaminophen) not working and cannot see ob or dentist until.tuesday. is it safe to take motrin for the pain?

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Call your MD: It is not a good idea to take Motrin or other nsaids during pregnancy. It may cause premature closure of a duct in the baby's heart. If you have pain call your OB now and she can prescribe another type of medicine or you may go to urgent care

Answered 6/30/2014

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No: Talk to your obstetrician first, and then with his/her permission, go see a dentist as soon as possible. The two of them will review your needs, and discuss appropriate treatment and medications that will be safe for you and your baby.

Answered 8/6/2012

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Generally: Bloot thinners such as aspirin, motrin, alive are not recommended for pregnant patients. I generally prescribe tylenol (acetaminophen) #3. As this is ok'd by obgyn.

Answered 12/9/2013

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