Don’t Rely On Meds for Cough and Cold in Pregnancy
March 2023
Cold weather will continue to raise questions about which cough and cold meds are safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Continue to emphasize nondrug options...cool-mist humidifiers, plenty of fluids, ice chips for sore throat, etc.
Explain that there’s not much evidence of benefit with any OTC cough and cold med.
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