What you can drink from a headache during pregnancy: a list of permitted and prohibited drugs

Headache is one of the most common problems in pregnant women. The causes of the appearance of headaches in pregnant women have not yet been studied.

Especially often headaches are observed in the first and third trimester.

In the first trimester, they are associated with a general restructuring of the body and an increased hormonal background.

In the third trimester, headaches are associated with a high burden of the body of a woman in the last stages of pregnancy.

How will cope with a headache and what can you drink from a headache during pregnancy?

Migraine during pregnancy

Most often, pregnant women suffer from migraines. Migraine is characterized by a throbbing pain in the head, which is accompanied by nausea and vomiting.

Frequent migraines are dangerous to the health of a pregnant woman. Therefore, in spite of the fact that it is better not to use medicines during pregnancy, migraine is stopped with the help of painkillers.

Analgesic during pregnancy

Which painkillers are harmless to pregnant women, what can be safely taken if your head hurts?

During pregnancy, painkillers are not allowed. But in exceptional cases, doctors recommend the use of acetaminophen and paracetamol.

Only the physician can prescribe these medicines and dosage. Never do self-medication.

Analgesic drugs that can not be consumed by pregnant women:

Aspirin - affects the kidneys and the heart of the child.

Analgin - has a bad effect on blood. Reserpine - may cause depression in a newborn.

How to cope with a headache during pregnancy

We found out which preparations can sometimes be taken with severe headaches, but it is better to do without medications.

You can try to reduce headache without medication. Analyze what caused the headache.

If this is stress, then try to avoid stressful situations. At the slightest opportunity, try to relax, distract yourself. Listen to music, watch good movies, walk in the park. Try to avoid meeting people who irritate you.

Compresses at the base of the neck and on the forehead will help reduce the headache.

Cold shower helps to narrow the blood vessels and help reduce headache.

Try to eat well and drink plenty of water.

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