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Can Paracetamol Be Harmful For Fetus During Pregnancy?

I'm 28 weeks pregnant now. I'm having fever for 4 days (between 100.4 and 102.4) After taking paracetamol it goes down and come again in 5-6 hours. My baby's movements are normal. And there is no any other symptoms. Is it harmful to my baby? Thank you
                                                                 
Mon, 11 Jan 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for the query under HCM forum.
I understand your question.
Paracetamol is a safe drug n pregnancy. It does not have any adverse effect/ teratogeniicity in fetus.
It should be taken three or four times dose as per doctor's advise,
Still you should consult a physician for the fever & take specific treatment.If it is viral fever only paracetamol is sufficient BUT in case it's due to infection.. you need suitable antibiotic along with it .. to cure the condition.
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Can Paracetamol Be Harmful For Fetus During Pregnancy?

Hi, Thanks for the query under HCM forum. I understand your question. Paracetamol is a safe drug n pregnancy. It does not have any adverse effect/ teratogeniicity in fetus. It should be taken three or four times dose as per doctor s advise, Still you should consult a physician for the fever & take specific treatment.If it is viral fever only paracetamol is sufficient BUT in case it s due to infection.. you need suitable antibiotic along with it .. to cure the condition. Thanks.