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Pregnant and Sick? You Can Take It
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Your grandmother's old Vicks remedy - slathering a bit on your chest - also can help and is safe. Prop yourself up while sleeping to facilitate breathing, and try a BreatheRight strip, which can open nasal passages. For stomach problems, most antacids are considered safe for heartburn, while Emetrol can be an effective anti-nausea medication. For diarrhea, drugs like Imodium and Kaopectate are safe to take after the first trimester but only for 24 hours. Regardless of the affliction, it's always in your baby's best interest to ask the doctor what's safe to take. If you're on medication when you find out you're pregnant, ask the doctor immediately if you should continue taking it. Never stop cold turkey - doing so may be more detrimental than tapering off, especially in the case of antidepressants.
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