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Can One Dose Of Sudafed During Pregnancy Cause Fetal Harm?

My wife is 8 weeks pregnant and sick with cold. We were told that Sudafed was safe however discovered later via online search that it is not recommended during pregnancy because of the ingredient Phenylephrine. She only took one dose before we made this discovery and I m worried about whether or not this one dose is any cause for concern or if it was unlikely to have and adverse affect. Should I be concerned?
Wed, 9 Dec 2015
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Dr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic!
Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options.
1] please do not panic,
2] At 8 weeks of pregnancy, single dose of Sudafed tablet should not cause any concern.
3] I will suggest, warm salt water gargles and steam inhalation.
4] Tab Lemolate or Snee 3 times a day for 3 days. If she runs fever Tab Azee 500mg daily for 3 days.
5] Please do not worry , things will settle down, everything will be alright.
I hope my answer helps you.
Thanks.
Wish you great health.
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Can One Dose Of Sudafed During Pregnancy Cause Fetal Harm?

Hi Dr. Purushottam welcomes you to HCM virtual clinic! Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully gone through your case, and I think I have understood your concern. I will try to address your medical concerns and would suggest you the best of the available treatment options. 1] please do not panic, 2] At 8 weeks of pregnancy, single dose of Sudafed tablet should not cause any concern. 3] I will suggest, warm salt water gargles and steam inhalation. 4] Tab Lemolate or Snee 3 times a day for 3 days. If she runs fever Tab Azee 500mg daily for 3 days. 5] Please do not worry , things will settle down, everything will be alright. I hope my answer helps you. Thanks. Wish you great health.