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Is it safe to take herbal sleep aids while pregnant or nursing?
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No: Acog recommend against taking any herbs safety is not well established.
Answered 12/21/2011
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Unknown: Because the fda does not monitor herbal supplements it really is not a good idea to take these treatments. Better to get less rest and nap when the baby naps than take something that could harm you or the baby.
Answered 11/26/2013
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Herbs are drugs too: Most small molecule drugs are derived from herbs. So herbs are drugs & should be treated with the same degree or awareness & caution. Both melatonin & chamomile, common herbs used to promote sleep, should not be used in pregnancy. How about trying meditation or listening to a recording or ocean waves? If you must use something try benadryl (diphenhydramine). It makes most people sleepy & is rated pregnancy class b.
Answered 10/3/2016
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