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23 weeks pregnant and have had a bad cough for 5 days. no chills or fever, is it the flu or a cold and what's safe to take for it? robitissin, tylenol (acetaminophen)?

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YES: Neither of those taken in moderate amounts is likely to produce any negative effects on your baby. Hope you feel better soon.

Dr Sparacino and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/16/2019

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See below: Most over-the-counter meds are safe to take when pregnant. See the doctor if the cough doesn't resolve in a few days. Good luck!

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/31/2022

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