A member asked:

I am 33 weeks pregnant. is it safe to take robitussin-dm max? i ave a runny nose and cough/congestion. when i cough the right side of my torso hurts.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

No: Robitussin dm (guaifenesin and dextromethorphan) contains alcohol, which while it is not in a large amount, can be significant if you are taking even recommended doses every 4 hours or so. There is no amount of alcohol considered safe in pregnancy, so i would ask your pharmacist for an alcohol-free cough medication safe in pregnancy. The other stuff in it are dextromethorphan and antihistamines. Your OB is your first/best advisor.

Answered 1/2/2018

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