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I am 17 weeks pregnant and i have flu. i cough frequently. which medication can i take which will not be harmful to my baby?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Mgt: Please see your OB specialist, but the use of nasal saline to reduce post nasal drip is advised.

Dr Anyanwu and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/10/2018

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