Antihistamines in Pregnancy
Anyone who suffers from hay fever as a woman naturally wonders whether antihistamines can also be taken during pregnancy. This question is absolutely justified, because after all, one does not want to endanger the unborn child with medication.
What you need:
- Gynecologist
- Allergists
In a pregnancy you should always keep a close eye on which drugs are allowed and which are not. Many drugs can damage the unborn child or cause premature births. But pregnant women who suffer from a pollen allergy / hay fever are unfortunately not spared during pregnancy either. Since this allergy can cause considerable discomfort, one would of course like to seek relief. If you want to take antihistamines during pregnancy, there are a few things you should definitely consider.
Treating hay fever during pregnancy
- While some people are happy about the blooming landscape, for others it is simply torture. When pollen from the trees and bushes is whirled through the air, allergy sufferers suffer with burning and watery eyes. But also a runny nose, sneezing attacks and scratchy throat are unfortunately part of it.
- Of course, there are many medications that can help relieve symptoms of hay fever, but not all antihistamines are suitable during pregnancy. In general, no medication should be taken during pregnancy, or only medication that does not harm the unborn child.
- There are preparations for allergy sufferers that are also suitable for pregnant women. However, do not take anything, always get advice from your gynecologist or an allergist.
- However, nasal sprays made from table salt or nasal showers, which help with a dripping and runny nose, are harmless. If you are still unsure, a short telephone call to your gynecologist can also help.
- It helps against burning and itchy eyes to wash them out with water. Then you can also put on a cooling eye mask (cooling compresses) from the refrigerator. If this is not available, you can also place eye pads soaked in cold water on the eyes.
- If you have a pollen allergy that is also combined with asthma, you should not go without medication. An asthma attack can also lead to complications in pregnancy. Be sure to visit an allergist or get advice from your gynecologist. Even if you may not take some antihistamines during pregnancy, it is essential to treat asthma.
So that a pregnancy proceeds without complications and the child is born healthy ...
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