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Plugged Ears, Pregnant, Taking Sudafed. Is It Safe?
Question: I am 41 years old and pregnant with my sixth child. I am 34 weeks pregnant and developed plugged ears that can cause me to have a panic attack. Sudafed is my only relief. I have been taking this meds daily for 5 weeks. Is this safe?
Hello,
Thanks for posting the query.
Sudafed is a decongestant drug.
At 35 weeks of pregnancy it should not cause any adverse effects.
Weigh down the symptoms against the drug , if severe then one has to take it.
Try to do steam inhalation.
Nasal antihistaminics are better choice in pregnancy.
Hope i have answered your query.I will be available for follow up.
Take care
Best wishes
Thanks for posting the query.
Sudafed is a decongestant drug.
At 35 weeks of pregnancy it should not cause any adverse effects.
Weigh down the symptoms against the drug , if severe then one has to take it.
Try to do steam inhalation.
Nasal antihistaminics are better choice in pregnancy.
Hope i have answered your query.I will be available for follow up.
Take care
Best wishes
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