Codeine

kmarie833

Has anyone taken codeine in their first trimester yet or before?? I have a severe headache and have a huge two days of work at a fashion event. I don't know how I'm even going to get ready let alone work. I read that you can take codeine? Is that right?

MamaNicoleof3

I'd call your doctor

dennyandlee

This is according to Ovia Pregnancy app. Some doctors say to avoid category c and some say small risk may be worth the benefit IF NOTHING ELSE WORKS. I'd try Tylenol and making sure you are well hydrated. And ask you doctor.

Edited because I can't spell

goldie987

Agreed, definitely give your doc a call and try some acetaminophen in the mean time, its category B, generally safe during pregnancy.

satcher08

I would try just taking tylenol and drinking a coke for the caffeine first. If that doesn't work, call your doctor and ask about the risk. That being said, I got a shot of codeine at the hospital with dd before I realized I was pregnant and she is fine.

ETA: If migraines/headaches are pretty common for you, ask your doctor about fioricet. My OB prescribed it to me for migraines with dd and it worked pretty well. 

lilp2015

My dr prescribed magnesium oxide for headaches and it works really well! Hope you feel better!

lm45678

I definitely would call your doctor before taking any codeine. I agree with PP about Tylenol and a diet coke or coffee.

Good luck!

kyraaD

*lurking from March 2016 BMB*

i had JUST started 2nd Tri when me & my SO got into quite a bad car accident. 2 days after the accident the pain was so bad i went to my OB to see if there was anything other than just Tylenol that i could possibly use for pain, & he prescribed T3's, which have 30mg (i think) of codeine in them.. i only got 15 tabs, & was told to only take them if absolutely necessary.

i personally would try Tylenol Migraine first. i would also talk to your personal OB first before taking any codeine. sorry to hear about your situation. good luck!

*lurker, out*