Medicines during pregnancy

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However, a small number of medicines can:</p> <ul> <li>harm your baby</li> <li>affect your baby’s growth and development</li> <li>increase your chance of pregnancy complications</li> </ul> <p>Each medicine is different. Before taking a medicine while pregnant, find out if it’s safe to use. This way, you can protect yourself and your baby.</p> <p>The effect of a medicine on your baby can depend on factors such as:</p> <ul> <li>the <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-week-by-week">stage of your pregnancy</a></li> <li>how much medicine you take</li> <li>how often you take the medicine</li> </ul> <h2 id="safe">How do I know what medicines are safe to use during pregnancy?</h2> <p>To find out what medicines are safe for use during pregnancy, speak to your <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/the-role-of-your-gp">doctor</a> or <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/making-the-most-of-your-pharmacist">pharmacist</a>.</p> <div class="cont_layout-standout cont_layout-container"> <div class="cont_layout-media-object"> <div class="cont_layout-media-object-left"> <i id="preview_icon" class="hda-icon_question dor-icon_question" style="color:#54b6c4; font-size: 36px;"></i> </div> <div class="cont_layout-media-object-right"> <p><strong>Ask your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines you are planning to take when pregnant.</strong></p> </div> </div> </div> <p>Sometimes it's not clear if a medicine is safe to use when you are pregnant. You can find out by:</p> <ul> <li>checking the medicine’s packaging</li> <li>reading the medicine’s consumer medicine information leaflet (CMI)</li> </ul> <p>You can search for medicines by brand name or active ingredient in healthdirect's medicine section.</p> <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines" class="cont_layout-media-object__icon-standout"> <i class="cont_layout-media-object__icon-standout-left dor-icon_medicines"></i> <p class="cont_layout-media-object__icon-standout-right"><strong>LOOKING FOR A MEDICINE?</strong> — To search by brand name or active ingredient, use the <strong class="cont_underline">Medicines information</strong> search feature.</p> </a> <h2 id="stop">Should I stop taking my prescription medicines if I'm pregnant?</h2> <p>You may have prescription medicines to help with chronic (ongoing) conditions such as:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/asthma-and-pregnancy">asthma</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/depression">depression</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/diabetes-during-pregnancy">diabetes</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/epilepsy">epilepsy</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/high-blood-pressure-hypertension">high blood pressure</a></li> </ul> <p>Some prescription medicines must not be taken when you are pregnant. Others should be used carefully.</p> <p>Stopping some treatments can also cause problems that can affect you and your baby.</p> <div class="cont_layout-standout cont_layout-container"> <div class="cont_layout-media-object"> <div class="cont_layout-media-object-left"> <i id="preview_icon" class="hda-icon_warning dor-icon_warning" style="color:#f37677; font-size: 36px;"></i> </div> <div class="cont_layout-media-object-right"> <p><strong>Don’t stop taking your prescription medicines until you have spoken with your doctor.</strong></p> </div> </div> </div> <p>If your doctor thinks a medicine will cause more harm than the condition itself, then they may:</p> <ul> <li>change your medicine</li> <li>change the dose</li> <li>stop your medicine altogether</li> </ul> <p>You might find that your doctor doesn’t change your medicine. If you take regular medicines, it’s a good idea to talk to your doctor when you are <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/planning-for-your-pregnancy">planning a pregnancy</a>.</p> <h2 id="otc">Are over-the-counter medicines safe to take when pregnant?</h2> <p>Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are medicines you can buy in a pharmacy, supermarket, or shop without a prescription.</p> <p>Before using OTC medicines during your pregnancy, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.</p> <p>OTC medicines are often used to treat common conditions such as allergies.</p> <h2 id="common">What OTC medicines can I take for common conditions while pregnant?</h2> <p>There are different medicines for common conditions that are safe to take during pregnancy.</p> <p>Before taking a medicine during pregnancy, always check with your doctor or pharmacist first.</p> <h3>Cold and flu</h3> <p>During your pregnancy, you may get a <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/cold-and-flu-during-pregnancy">cold</a>, which can cause symptoms like:</p> <ul> <li>sore throat</li> <li>cough</li> <li>blocked or runny nose</li> </ul> <p>Medicines such as cold and flu medicines are usually used to treat colds. During pregnancy, it’s best to treat your individual cold symptoms.</p> <p>If you have a cough, medicines considered safe during pregnancy include:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,21597/pholcodine">pholcodine</a> or <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,22380/dextromethorphan">dextromethorphan</a> for a dry cough</li> <li>an expectorant such as <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,22512/guaifenesin">guaifenesin</a> for a chesty cough</li> <li>a mucolytic such as <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,20568/bromhexine">bromhexine</a> for a chesty cough</li> </ul> <p>If you have a blocked nose during pregnancy, you can treat it by:</p> <ul> <li>inhaling steam (taking care to avoid burns)</li> <li>using 0.9% sodium chloride nasal medicines</li> </ul> <p>You should not use oral decongestants such as <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,20914/phenylephrine">phenylephrine</a>. Nasal decongestants can be used, but not for longer than 3 days.</p> <p>If you have a sore throat, you can:</p> <ul> <li>gargle salt water</li> <li>drink lemon and honey products</li> <li>use throat lozenges</li> </ul> <p>Using too many lozenges can cause diarrhoea.</p> <p>Avoid products that contain:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,D011206/povidone-iodine">povidone-iodine</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,22089/benzydamine">benzydamine</a></li> </ul> <h3>Aches and pains</h3> <p>Some pain relievers are safe for use during pregnancy.</p> <p>You can use <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,20948/paracetamol">paracetamol</a> to help with mild to moderate pain during pregnancy, like:</p> <ul> <li>muscle pain such as <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/backache-in-pregnancy">back pain</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/headaches-during-pregnancy">headaches</a></li> <li>toothache</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/anti-inflammatory-medicines">Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs</a> (NSAIDs), such as <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,21286/ibuprofen">ibuprofen</a> and <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,10203/aspirin">aspirin</a> should be avoided during pregnancy unless advised by your doctor.</p> <p>Some women may be prescribed low dose aspirin for <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pre-eclampsia">pre-eclampsia</a>. You should always speak to your healthcare team before taking aspirin when pregnant.</p> <h3>Allergies and hayfever</h3> <p>Allergies, hay fever and <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-rhinitis">pregnancy rhinitis</a> can cause:</p> <ul> <li>sneezing</li> <li>itchy nose and eyes</li> <li>red, watery eyes</li> </ul> <p><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/antihistamines">Antihistamines</a> are often used to treat allergies. Most sedating antihistamines are safe to use in pregnancy at the recommended dose.</p> <p>Non-sedating antihistamines such as loratadine should be used for the shortest length of time possible during pregnancy.</p> <p>Allergy eye drops can also be used during pregnancy, for the shortest length of time possible.</p> <p>During pregnancy, you can safely use corticosteroid nasal sprays that include:</p> <ul> <li>beclomethasone</li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,20394/budesonide">budesonide</a></li> </ul> <h3>Constipation</h3> <p>During pregnancy, the best way to manage <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/constipation-during-pregnancy">constipation</a> is to:</p> <ul> <li>eat more foods that contain <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/healthy-diet-during-pregnancy">fibre, like fruit, vegetables and wholegrains</a></li> <li>drink plenty of water</li> </ul> <p>You can also speak to your doctor or pharmacist about taking a laxative.</p> <p>You should avoid long-term use of laxatives that contain:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,23519/senna-leaf-powder-+-fig-+-date">senna</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,21375/bisacodyl">bisacodyl</a></li> </ul> <h3>Heartburn</h3> <p>Around 8 in 10 pregnant women will experience <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/indigestion-and-heartburn-in-pregnancy">heartburn and reflux</a>.</p> <p>If you have heartburn during pregnancy, you can try:</p> <ul> <li>avoiding spicy, rich, acidic foods</li> <li>avoiding lying down after eating</li> </ul> <p>You can talk to your doctor or pharmacist about using antacids while pregnant.</p> <h3>Diarrhoea</h3> <p><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/diarrhoea">Diarrhoea</a> usually goes away without treatment.</p> <p>During pregnancy, you can drink oral rehydration solutions to replace any fluids lost.</p> <p>You should avoid treatments containing <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,21377/loperamide">loperamide</a> in the first trimester of pregnancy. It can be used after this on the advice of your doctor.</p> <h3>Thrush</h3> <p><a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/vaginal-thrush-during-pregnancy ">Thrush</a> is a common infection during pregnancy.</p> <p>If you are pregnant, you can treat thrush with topical creams containing <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,20580/clotrimazole">clotrimazole</a> and <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,21043/nystatin">nystatin</a>.</p> <p>Avoid <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/medicines/medicinal-product/aht,21149/fluconazole">fluconazole</a> unless advised by your doctor.</p> <h2 id="complementary">Will complementary medicines affect my pregnancy?</h2> <p>Complementary medicines are also called ‘traditional’ or ‘alternative’ medicines. They include:</p> <ul> <li>vitamins</li> <li>minerals</li> <li>herbal medicines</li> <li>aromatherapy</li> <li>homeopathy products</li> </ul> <p>While these medicines are often described as natural, this does not mean they are safe. This is especially true during pregnancy. We often don’t know much about their safety.</p> <p>If you want to use complementary medicines during your pregnancy talk to your doctor or pharmacist. They can give you advice about which medicines are safe to use.</p> <p>All pregnant women in Australia are advised to take some supplements, including:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/folate-and-pregnancy">folic acid</a></li> <li>iodine</li> <li>vitamin D</li> </ul> <p>Visit the <a href="https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/vitamins-and-supplements-during-pregnancy">vitamins and supplements during pregnancy</a> page to find out more about what to take and what to avoid.</p> <h2 id="drugs">Other drugs</h2> <p>Illicit drugs should not be used during pregnancy, as they can cause harm for you and your baby. This includes:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/marijuana">cannabis</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/speed">amphetamines</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/heroin">heroin</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/cocaine">cocaine</a></li> </ul> <p>You can talk to your doctor for support and advice.</p> <h2 id="resources">Resources and support</h2> <p>If you have questions about taking medicines while you a pregnant you can call <a href="https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/how-healthdirect-can-help-you">healthdirect</a> on 1800 022 222 to speak to a registered nurse. The line is open 24 hours, 7 days a week (known as NURSE-ON-CALL in Victoria) .</p> <p>You can also call the <a href="https://1300medicine.com.au/" target="_blank">Medicines Line</a> on 1300 MEDICINE (1300 633 424) for information on OTC, prescription, and complementary medicines.</p> <h3>Looking for information for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people?</h3> <p>There are also pregnancy and birth services specifically available for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, including:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/kidsfamilies/MCFhealth/programs/Pages/amihs-bsf-map.aspx" target="_blank">Aboriginal Maternal and Infant Health Services — New South Wales</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.health.vic.gov.au/patient-care/aboriginal-maternity-services" target="_blank">Koori Maternity Services — Victoria</a></li> </ul> <h3>Do you prefer to read in languages other than English?</h3> <p>You can find pregnancy information in languages other than English 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