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Sitopaladi during pregnancy
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I am currently 9 weeks pregnant and have very bad cough and it wont come down with English medicine. Sitopaladi has worked for me in the past. Can i take it while pregnant? Are there any side effects or harm to the baby?
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yes you can take sitopaladi. but
with detail history taking we can advice you proper protocol for treatment.
with ayurvedic medicine is very effective in this condition.
advice- Reduce sugar, salt and maida from food. avoid self medication. Follow Daily regime and have a healthy lifestyle
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Sitopladi churan is safe in pregnancy but plz consult an ayurvedic doctor before taking any medicine or treatment. For further details you can consult with me in Dr. Monga medi clinic or consult me directly by taking a consultation on Practo
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Thanks for trusting Ayurveda and seeking help on authentic platform.
At this age ur expecting means u r in high risk pregnancy protocol.
Yeah vasant Ritu showing effect on your health
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Ayurveda advices unique approach for diet of every month during pregnancy i.e. मासानुमासिक गर्भिणी परिचार्या n yoga for normal progress pregnancy (growth n development of foetus)
So can have Jeshthadh for chewing
Coconut oil pulling and applying on chest
Amala +sunthi with honey
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take advantage of Ayurveda Dr in ur proximity
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Yes, you can take but you have to add in honey , make it as a paste and take with milk twice daily for few days
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You can take sitopladi churn with honey twice aday.
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eat pomegranate and boil pomegranate chilkain water drink it'once aday
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avoid cold oily stale food.
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Take proper counseling to clear all ur doubts
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Dr. Aswini Mohan L
Ayurveda
16 yrs exp
Thiruvananthapuram
If it's dry cough can use lehyas.vilwady lehya would be safe to use, can dissolve 5g in mouth 4-5 times a day and whenever cough is present
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Dr. Shivani Choudhary
Ayurveda
8 yrs exp
Agra
Yes you can take it with honey. But take minimum quantity.or you can chew 2 ,3 black papper.
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Dr Raghuveer SN
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Sitopaladi Churna is generally considered safe during pregnancy when taken in moderate doses under the guidance of an Ayurvedic physician. It helps relieve cough, throat irritation, and congestion naturally.
Safety in Pregnancy:
Safe in mild to moderate doses (½ to 1 tsp with honey or warm water).
No known harm to the baby when taken appropriately.
Helps strengthen immunity and balance Kapha-related cough.
Precautions:
Avoid excessive use, as it contains long pepper (Pippali), which in high doses may have a mild uterine stimulant effect.
Prefer taking it with honey or ghee instead of warm water for better safety.
Consult your doctor before use, especially if you have gestational diabetes, as Sitopaladi contains sugar.
If the cough is severe, consider Tulsi tea, ginger with honey, or Yashtimadhu (licorice) infusion as additional natural remedies.
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Dr. Sujatha K
Ayurveda
30 yrs exp
Bangalore
You can take sithopaladi churna 1/2 teaspoon twice daily . If it is dry cough have it with warm milk. In case of productive cough take with honey
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Dr. Rajeev Kumar Verma
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14 yrs exp
Lucknow
Consult ayurveda physician for proper diagnosis and root cause of ailment before consuming any medicine
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