Stay Alert for Questions About Cough and Cold Meds in Pregnancy

March 2023

Winter continues to raise questions about which cough and cold meds are safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Patients should start with nondrug measures...cool-mist humidifiers, nasal saline, plain honey for a cough, etc.

But if that’s not enough or patients want to try an OTC, involve your pharmacist...and take steps to keep mom and baby safe.

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Table of Contents

Poison Prevention Provide Strategies to Prevent Poisonings
Substance Use Disorder Help Improve Access to Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Disorder
COVID-19 Break Down Barriers to Getting COVID-19 Meds
Immunizations Gather Info to Guide Pneumococcal Vaccine Choices
Pregnancy Stay Alert for Questions About Cough and Cold Meds in Pregnancy
COPD Be Prepared to Dispense More Combo Inhalers for COPD
Hair Loss Untangle Meds for Female Pattern Hair Loss
Med Administration Limit Mishaps With Meds Given Via Feeding Tube
PCOS Keep Meds for PCOS Straight