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Autumnsnow

I know there was a post awhile back but I can't find it.  I'm pretty sure it's just allergies but it could be turning into a chest cold.  I have a cough since sunday that it just getting worse ( I do get bronchitis a lot).  I was wondering what robitussin was ok to take.  Especially since I got a 5am lecture from my DH on how I was coughing all night, that my cough isn't normal and that I'm hurting the baby...yeah cuz that's what everyone wants to hear at 5am... Anyhoo I called my OB (which I can't stand and want to change) to see what I could take but they tell me I have to call my general practitioner and whatever they put me on they will add to my record.  Well that doesn't help me cuz I'm one of those crazy people that doesn't have one.  I'm never really sick and if it's bad enough I just go to a statmed or something like that. -Which was also part of the 5am lecture.

So long story short is there something I can take to nip this cough in the butt?  And it is a normal cough...It's that tickle in the back of the throat kind and he doesn't understand that the cold AC air effects it and my office is below zero as usual so it doesn't get better here either.

Sorry for the long rant...

morrkim

My general practitioner recommended it when i had a bad cough that wouldn't go away.

cindyNmark2010

Think this was it, one of the ladies posted her safe list from her doctor but I would still not take anything unless you speak to a doctor.  Everyone's different and what is safe for one person may not be safe for you or your LO.  Hope you feel better.

https://forums.thebump.com/discussion/12348431/post-nasal-drip-and-sore-throat#latest

Autumnsnow

Thanks for the link @cindyNmark2010.  I would go to a doctor but I don't have one.  That is why I called my OB thinking (i know stupid right) that they would be able to tell me since everyone else I know who was ever pregnant got a list from their OB.

Thanks @KatieKarasin I think that is the one I was taking during my IUI but I coudn't remember what the active ingredient was.  I remember it just being plain Robitussin but wanted to be sure.

Autumnsnow

@morrkim what did your gp recommend?

NunyaBennis

I can't take robitusson, so opt for dimetapp.

morrkim

I can't remember which one, but I think she said to avoid one with a decongestant.  It was early on in the pregnancy so I don't remember for sure.

cindyNmark2010

@autumnsnow I never got a list from my OB but I ask at appts as questions arise and when I did get sick I was able to reach him on call to check if I could take cough medicine and he said Robitussin capsules were fine to take.  He also said I could take Claritin-D. 

You totally did the right thing in calling your OB.....I think you're right in wanting to change though. They shouldn't be referring you to a GP.  Your OB should have answers for your questions involving your health especially when it can affect baby.  Best of luck to you.

runningmama14

cindyNmark2010 said:

@autumnsnow I never got a list from my OB but I ask at appts as questions arise and when I did get sick I was able to reach him on call to check if I could take cough medicine and he said Robitussin capsules were fine to take.  He also said I could take Claritin-D. 

You totally did the right thing in calling your OB.....I think you're right in wanting to change though. They shouldn't be referring you to a GP.  Your OB should have answers for your questions involving your health especially when it can affect baby.  Best of luck to you.

Are you sure he didn't say just plain Claritin? The D has pseudoephedrine in it, which is typically avoided during pregnancy.  It was on my do not take list from my midwife's office.

missnacholover

Here ya go - https://forums.thebump.com/discussion/comment/81960715/#Comment_81960715

cshea173

My OB said that is fine as long as you do not get anything with a decongestant.  Good luck I hope your cough gets better.  Tickle in your throat is one of the worst!

Autumnsnow

Thanks guys.. @missnacholover - thanks that was the one I was thinking of.  I broke down and just got straight ol' robitussin...It was alcohol free and only contains Guaifenesin. 

cindyNmark2010

runningmama14 said:

cindyNmark2010 said:

@autumnsnow I never got a list from my OB but I ask at appts as questions arise and when I did get sick I was able to reach him on call to check if I could take cough medicine and he said Robitussin capsules were fine to take.  He also said I could take Claritin-D. 

You totally did the right thing in calling your OB.....I think you're right in wanting to change though. They shouldn't be referring you to a GP.  Your OB should have answers for your questions involving your health especially when it can affect baby.  Best of luck to you.

Are you sure he didn't say just plain Claritin? The D has pseudoephedrine in it, which is typically avoided during pregnancy.  It was on my do not take list from my midwife's office.

I found it strange too but yes, I made sure to ask and ask again since I've heard about the pseudophedrine and because that's what they always have me take when my allergies flare up.  I was still scared to though so I only took it a few times when I couldn't bear it anymore and hopefully won't have to again.

Kehlepop

If you're unhappy with your OB, you should definitely switch ASAP. I called and asked what to do about a break out and she told me, as opposed to directing me to a dermatologist.

creativesoul83

normally plain guaifenesin. avoid pseudoephedrine especiallyin first trimester it is category c. claritin generic is loratidine it helps dry you but doesnt do much for cough. you can also ask a pharmacist.

Autumnsnow

Thanks guys... @kehlepop I def am switching for a couple of reasons before this even happened.  When I got married and moved I picked them because the one gyno had pretty good reviews but the OB part has not been so great.  I just haven't had a chance to really look around the area.  I'm hoping to give it my full attention this weekend.