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I can take paracetamol in pregnancy can't I?

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macaco · 30/08/2007 11:39

even early on and as long as it's only the odd one here and there?

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MerlinsBeard · 30/08/2007 11:39

yep

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PregnantGrrrl · 30/08/2007 11:40

yep, paracetamol is fine. you should avoid ibuprofen, and aspirin unless it's prescribed for a special reason.

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ArtistFormerlyKnownAsSOH · 30/08/2007 11:40

Perfectly safe.

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Mumpbump · 30/08/2007 11:40

Yes - I was told I could take up to a 1g dose (which is I think the maximum). Someone on here said it doesn't "cross the placenta" which is why you can take it.

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Blandmum · 30/08/2007 11:41

yes, it is one of the few drugs that are given the full all clear to use in PG

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macaco · 30/08/2007 11:43

Fabulous. I need a bikini wax and I always take a paracetamol before to take the edge off!

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kerala · 30/08/2007 11:54

Yes was given it by hospital doctor in very early pregnancy for urinary tract infection

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Mumpbump · 30/08/2007 11:59

On a separate point, waxing during pg is ten times more painful, ime! I did it a couple of times last time, but couldn't face it this time...

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PurlyQueen · 30/08/2007 12:46

Oh god - you can read my mind! I was just about to ask that question .

Does it really hurt so much more?

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Mumpbump · 30/08/2007 12:57

YES!!! Had a leg and bikini wax a week before my EDD last time. NEVER, EVER again...