Are over-the-counter medicines safe to take during pregnancy?

Some are probably safe, but others aren't. However, for most medicines, safety studies have not been conducted in pregnant women, especially over the counter medications. 

The list below is a reference for common symptoms and discomforts of pregnancy. You can also get information about the safety of taking certain medicines during pregnancy by calling the MotherToBaby hotline, which is free in the US: 1-866-626-6847, or by visiting MothertoBaby.org.

We are also happy to discuss medications at your office visits or you can call our nurse line for specific questions.