This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed.
Conclusions: The use of Kalgaron® or Strepsils® during pregnancy was not associated with an increased risk of malformations, spontaneous abortions or decreased birthweight. However, larger studies are needed to confirm the safety of these medications during pregnancy.
Throat lozenges containing local anaesthetic and antibacterial agents may be used in pregnancy. Avoid excessive use as it may cause unwanted side effects such as diarrhoea. Gargling salt water or drinking lemon and honey products may also help to ease a sore throat.
Can I use Strepsils honey and lemon lozenges while pregnant or breastfeeding? Strepsils honey and lemon lozenges are not expected to be harmful if used during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
4. Is Strepsils safe for children to use? It is not safe for children 6 years and under since lozenges are a choking hazard. Strepsils Dry Cough Lozenges (Pharmacist Only) should only be used in children 12 years and older.
This medicine contains sucrose (1.44g per lozenge) and glucose (0.98g per lozenge). This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes mellitus. Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrose-isomaltose insufficiency should not take this medicine.
This medicine contains sucrose (1.496g per lozenge) and glucose (1.013g per lozenge). Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine.
Decongestant nasal sprays (used to relieve a blocked nose) are generally safe to use during pregnancy. Oral decongestant medicines, such as pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine are not recommended during pregnancy.
Yes, vapor rub is safe to use during pregnancy.
While Panadol and other paracetamol products may be used throughout a pregnancy in most cases, ibuprofen (an anti-inflammatory over-the-counter pain relief medication) should be avoided during the entire pregnancy and is not to be taken at all during the third trimester, unless advised by a healthcare professional.
No they do not contain paracetamol but if you feel you would benefit from a pain relief medicine at the same time you can order Paracetamol, Ibuprofen or Co-codamol along with many other medicines here at My Pharmacy.
You can take normal doses of paracetamol (one or two 500mg tablets, every 4 hours up to 4 times in 24 hours with a maximum of 8 tablets in 24 hours) if you are breastfeeding.
Thankfully, it turns out that if you're pregnant and honey is your cup of tea (or a necessary part of it), it's perfectly safe to indulge, as long as the honey is pasteurized.
During pregnancy, the uterus puts pressure on the abdomen, causing acid reflux, which is also a cause of cough in pregnant women.
Cough and cold during pregnancy commonly occur because of viral infections. The infection can range from a transient illness to a systemic viral infection requiring hospitalization that could also lead to severe complications for the pregnant woman and her baby.
Although it does not often happen, untreated strep throat during pregnancy can lead to serious medical complications in both the woman and the fetus.
According to March of Dimes, catching a cold will not harm a developing fetus, and the pregnant person will typically recover in a week or so. People are also more likely to catch potentially more serious infections, such as the flu, during pregnancy.
Your immune system lowers slightly during pregnancy so your body won't reject your developing baby. Not all sore throats are due to infection, however. For example, heartburn, a common pregnancy symptom, can also give you a sore throat. Pregnant women also often become congested, which can lead to a sore throat.
Hypersensitivity reactions may include rash, urticaria and angioedema, which may include swelling of the face, neck, throat or tongue that could affect breathing. Reporting suspected adverse reactions after authorisation of the medicinal product is important.
Strepsils have been in production since 1958 and contain two active ingredients, namely: amylmetacresol and 2,4-dichlorobenzyl alcohol. These ingredients are mild antiseptics that can kill bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections.
suffer or are suffering from any other throat problems Pregnancy and breast-feeding It is not recommended to use this medicine if you think you are pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding.