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Medications
Brand names, generics, drug classes
Products & items
- AdvilOver-the-counter pain and fever relief containing ibuprofen, an NSAID.
- TylenolOver-the-counter pain and fever relief containing acetaminophen.
- BenadrylSedating antihistamine for allergy symptoms, containing diphenhydramine.
- Reactine / ZyrtecNon-drowsy allergy tablets containing cetirizine or loratadine.
- Pepto-BismolUpset-stomach remedy containing bismuth subsalicylate.
- Multi-symptom cold & flu medicineCombination products usually mix a pain reliever, a decongestant, an antihistamine and sometimes alcohol.
- AntibioticsPrescription infection treatment — safety is specific to the exact drug and must come from your prescriber.
- AleveLonger-lasting over-the-counter pain relief containing naproxen, an NSAID.
- ClaritinNon-drowsy allergy tablet containing loratadine.
- SudafedOral decongestant for blocked sinuses, containing pseudoephedrine.
- DayQuil / multi-symptom cold medicineCombination cold remedies usually mixing a pain reliever, a decongestant and a cough suppressant.
- ZofranPrescription anti-nausea medicine containing ondansetron.
- Prilosec / omeprazoleAcid-reducing tablets for reflux and heartburn.
- Accutane / RoaccutanePrescription oral acne treatment containing isotretinoin.
- Zoloft / sertralineSSRI antidepressants commonly prescribed before, during and after pregnancy.
- Diclectin / DiclegisDoxylamine with vitamin B6, prescribed specifically for pregnancy nausea.
Ingredients & components
- IbuprofenNot recommendedNot generally recommended during pregnancy without medical guidance, and particularly avoided from around 20 weeks onward.
- Acetaminophen (paracetamol)CautionUsually considered the first-choice pain and fever option in pregnancy, at the lowest effective dose for the shortest time.
- DiphenhydramineCautionOften used short-term in pregnancy, but sedating — discuss with a pharmacist, especially near delivery.
- CetirizineCautionSecond-generation antihistamines such as cetirizine and loratadine are commonly considered acceptable options in pregnancy after speaking with a clinician.
- Bismuth subsalicylateNot recommendedNot generally recommended in pregnancy because it is a salicylate.
- Calcium carbonate antacidGenerally safeCalcium-based antacids are commonly used for pregnancy heartburn.
- Amoxicillin (penicillin-class antibiotic)CautionSeveral antibiotic classes are used in pregnancy, but the choice must be made by your prescriber — never self-select or stop an antibiotic.
- NaproxenNot recommendedNot generally recommended in pregnancy, and particularly avoided from around 20 weeks onward.
- AspirinCautionLow-dose aspirin is sometimes prescribed in pregnancy to lower pre-eclampsia risk. Full-dose aspirin for pain is not generally recommended.
- LoratadineCautionCommonly used in pregnancy for allergies and generally considered low risk, but worth clearing with a pharmacist.
- PseudoephedrineCautionOral decongestants are usually avoided in the first trimester and used sparingly later; ask a pharmacist first.
- DextromethorphanCautionGenerally considered low risk in usual doses, but check the full label — combination cough syrups often contain alcohol or a decongestant too.
- Doxylamine with vitamin B6Generally safeSpecifically studied and prescribed for nausea and vomiting in pregnancy; generally considered low risk.
- OndansetronCautionPrescribed for severe pregnancy sickness when other options haven't worked; the evidence on early-pregnancy use is mixed.
- Omeprazole and other PPIsCautionWidely used for reflux in pregnancy and generally considered low risk, usually after antacids have been tried.
- MetronidazoleCautionPrescribed in pregnancy for specific infections; take it as prescribed and don't self-medicate with leftovers.
- Fluconazole (oral)Not recommendedOral fluconazole is not generally recommended in pregnancy; topical antifungal treatment is usually preferred.
- SSRI antidepressantsCautionMany people continue an SSRI through pregnancy. Never stop or change an antidepressant on your own — untreated depression carries its own risks.
- Isotretinoin (oral)Not recommendedNot to be used in pregnancy under any circumstances — this is one of the clearest 'avoid' answers in medicine.
- Local anaesthetic (dental)Generally safeDental treatment with local anaesthetic is generally considered low risk in pregnancy — tell your dentist you're pregnant.
This information is educational and does not replace advice from your doctor, midwife, pharmacist or other qualified healthcare professional. Never stop or change a prescribed medication based only on this app.