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If a pregnant woman is advised not to take a certain over the counter or prescription medication it is likely because there are no studies done showing what effects if any the drug will have on a fetus.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 14y agoThe medication gets into the bloodstream and gets in to the umbilical cord and goes to the fetus. The fetus can be damaged by the medication. Avoid smoking, alcohol, medications of any kind unless your doctor gives you permission to take it, that includes over the counter medications. Eat right, take the prenatal vitamins and take good care of yourself.
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∙ 12y agothey can make sure the medicine has no serious side effects and wont harm the baby
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For how many hours should a pregnant women sleep?
A pregnant woman should take adequate sleep. A nap after lunch is generally advised to her. She is advised to take minimum eight hours of sleep per day, normally.
What is purpose FERTIGYN 5000iu injection drug?
Usually Pregnant women with spotting are advised to take fertigyn 5000
Can you used propyl if pregnant?
No, you can ONLY take medicines that are prescribed for you by a doctor the KNOWS you are pregnant when pregnant or breast feeding a child.
Which is the correct word in the sentence Advised adviced the patient to take medicines?
The correct word to use in that sentence is advised. Adviced is not defined as a word at all so it should not be used.
Are there any medicines that pregnant women cannot take?
Yes, many of them. You need to talk to your doctor before taking any pills when prego. It could be faitle, for you and the baby. D:
Is it unsafe for a pregnant woman to take medicines if she encountered sickness?
it depends on what she takes
Should pregnant women take sleep medication?
Pregnant women should take as few chemicals as possible.
Can pregnant women take the medicine sedalmerck?
It says on the package that pregnant women should not use it.
Can pregnant women take pseudo-ephedrine?
NO. Pregnant women should not take any kind of drug unless it is ok'ed by their OBGYN
Can you take medicine to get pregnant?
Sort of, but not really. There are medicines that can improve your fertility, but you'd still have to have sex.
Will taking flintstone vitamins plus iron while pregnant be okay if you're anemic?
You should only take vitamins and iron as advised by your maternity care provider. Flintstones vitamins are for children and while they won't hurt, there are better ones for pregnant women.
Can you take a half of a 7.5 mg loratab while pregnant?
While pregnant you should only take medicines (of any kind) that have bee prescribed for you by a medical practitioner (a doctor) who is fully aware that you are pregnant.
