Over-the-Counter
Medications
Upper Respiratory Infections
Coughs:
Plain Robitussin
Sinus congestion and colds:
Plain Sudafed, Tylenol Sinus, Cool mist vaporizer
Antihistamines:
Chlortrimetron, Actifed, Sudafed Plus. Avoid nasal sprays — except saline only sprays
Sore Throat
Lozenges:
Cepacol, Chloraseptic
Cough drops:
Halls, Vicks, or lemon drops
Headache, Pain, Fever
Tylenol or other acetaminophene products:
650 mg. to 1,000 mg. every 3 1/2 to 4 hours as needed. If not relieved, call the office.
Heartburn
Sodium free antacids:
Gaviscon, Maalox, Mylanta, Gelusil, Tums
Gas
Simethicone Products
Constipation
Stool softeners: Docusate sodium (Colace), Fibercon, Metamucil (powder or wafers)
Laxatives:
Doxidan, Milk of Magnesia, Peri-Colace Diarrhea - Kaopectate, Imodium, Imodium AD
Avoid dairy products and stop prenatal vitamins until diarrhea subsides. If not resolved in 24-36 hours, call the office.
Insect Bites & Rashes
Lotions:
Calamine, Caladryl. If rash is unusual or persists, call the office.
Hemorrhids
Preparation H, Anusol
** This is not an all-inclusive list of medications, if you have questions about medications, please call our office.
** There are no "guarantees" regarding safety of medications in pregnancy, so avoid taking medications you do not need.
** Please follow package directions for all medications.
** This list has been compiled by the physicians and nurse practitioners of Obstetics and Gynecology Specialists, P.A., and is intended for use by our patients.
