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2025-06-11 06:42:55
Hi I am 26 weeks pregnant with hemoglobin 10.9 and weight 65 . I am currently suffering from cold and cough is it safe to take medicine?? As I am residing at a remote location my gynaecologist has advised me to take 1. Alex - 3 times a day 2- Azithral - 1 time a day both for 3 days . Is these medicines safe in pregnancy?
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You are staying in a remote area but still your Gynaecologist could advise you about the treatment.  Please consult him again on the telephone and ask the same question .

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Yes there are safe medication for cold and cough in pregnancy Cold n cough is usually viral you don't need antibiotics for this unless you are suffering from fever Alex should be avoided

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Yes the medications are safe to be taken in pregnancy

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