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Can my granddaughter take promethazine, she is 5 mos. pregnant? this is for stomach flu not morning sickness?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

She should discuss: this with her obstetrician. It is generally not recommended during pregnancy, but if her doctor determines there is more benefit than risk, it may be indicated.

Answered 1/25/2016

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