A 43-year-old member asked:
Is it safe to take herbal sleep aids while pregnant or nursing?
3 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. Samir Shakfehanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 64 years experience
No: Acog recommend against taking any herbs safety is not well established.
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Dr. Jack Mutnickanswered
Allergy and Immunology 19 years experience
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.
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Dr. Steven Machtingeranswered
Allergy and Immunology 46 years experience
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.
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Last updated Oct 3, 2016
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