Can i take aspirin (TYLENOL) while being pregnant??

Question

i took it once and everyone was telling me i'm not supposed to do that.... it was TYLENOL for my headache.... is it wrong ??

Answer 1

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Tylenol is not aspirin.

My girl's list of approved OTC drugs includes Tylenol, but excludes Aleve, aspirin, and Ibueprofin.

Answer 2

It is my understanding that Tylenol is ok--but Aspirin is not.

However, when I was pregnant I thought it best to be overcautious. I did not take ANY kind of medications unless prescribed by the doctor. And I can not recall anything being prescribed other than prenatal vitamins.

Answer 3

Don't think it will hurt anything, everyone just trying to be extra careful, the most dangerous time is early early in your pregnancy when you don't even know for sure if you are pregnant. Just drink lots of water to dilute it and eat an apple or something for good health points. I had a terrible allergic rash on my legs during my last month and was going crazy with the itching and the Dr finally let me put some Benedryl cream on it and it helped, thank God. You'll be fine.

Answer 4

YOUR DOCTOR CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH A LIST OF ALL THE OVER THE COUNTER MED'S YOU CAN TAKE! IT'S MORE THAN YOU THINK!!

Answer 5

You can take Tylenol only! You cannot take Asperin (hey are different. You can't take Ibprofrin either. You will be fine.

Answer 6

Tylenol is supposedly safe for pregnant women but you NEED to check with your doctor before taking any OTC drugs to make sure they are OK to take.

Answer 7

Tylenol is ok.

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Worked in OB/GYN

Answer 8

Tylenol and aspirin are two different things with different active ingredients. Tylenol is acetaminophen, and aspirin is salicylic acid. Tylenol is safe, but aspirin is not. Be sure you were only taking Tylenol. Aspirin is especially dangerous toward the end of pregnancy, and the first trimester. Read the label of all pain relievers you take, and know the difference. It is very important.

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I am a health care professional.

Answer 9

Any medication during pregnancy in large quantities is not good...however an occasional dose of Tylenol for your headache is just fine. Check with your OB if you want to make double sure. Good Luck!!

Answer 10

You can take Tylenol. You can NOT take Aspirin.

Answer 11

For one, aspirin and Tylenol are not the same. Aspirin (Bayer, Excedrin) is not suitable for children or pregnant moms. Tylenol is ok in moderation.

Answer 12

Yes...you can BUT you should check with your doctor. If you have gastro-intestinal problems or liver problems especially. Like acid reflux disease or ulcer.

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Just experience. Always...if you're in doubt..check with a professional about any meds you take while pregnant.

Answer 13

Its ok. tylenol is the ONLY medicine you can take. it does not eat at your stomach so its ok

Answer 14

There is a big difference between Tylenol and aspirin Tylenol is okay to take but i wouldnt take aspirin ive been told that your baby can have problems.

Answer 15

NO
aspirin should not be taken by pregnant women.
NOR EVER GIVEN TO CHILDREN

Tylenol which is different from aspirin is safe during pregnancy occassionally.

Any other Over the Counter medications should be discussed with your OB/GYN

good luck

Answer 16

If your are pregnant, the best is to ask your doctor about what medicines you can take and which you cannot.

Answer 17

Aspirin and Tylenol are two TOTALLY different things. Aspirin can thin the blood and cause problems with the placenta. Tylenol is safe if taken in the proper dose...check the bottle for dosing.

Answer 18

I wouldn't be asking random people, ask your doctor.

Answer 19

Tylenol is the only thing they tell u to take while pregnant!!

Answer 20

you can only take regular strength Tylenol . . . not aspirin . . next time, if you're not sure, consult your doctor before taking any medicines . . .

Answer 21

Have you been to your OB/GYN yet? They give you a sheet listing all medicines that are safe to take while pregnant. Make sure you get that when you go.

Answer 22

Tylenol is OK as long as you let your doctor know about it. Taking Aspirin (or other medications containing Aspirin) can put your child at risk for Reye's Syndrome. Reye's Syndrome is a rare disease that effects the liver in children and teenagers and can cause death. Although it is still unknown how it is brought on, it is usually only seen during times when a child has ingested Aspirin. And yes, what you take your baby gets as well, especially drugs.

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Answer 23

Tylenol yes aspirin no it can harm the baby fo sho take it from me I made that mistake an had a miscarriage so no aspirin nut only Tylenol that is OK with the doctors just plan no other things

Answer 24

no

Answer 25

Yes you can take Tylenol. (i was just recently prego 2 months ago) Dr. advises Tylenol is OK!
you cannot take Advil, (ibuprofen, motrin, or midol...stuff like that is NOT aloud!) Unless otherwise instructed by your Dr.

Answer 26

Tylenol's ingredient is acetominophine. Aspirin is much different and can cause bleeding and thinning of the blood.
TYLENOL is preferred by doctors for many reasons. Please read the ingredients before you take any drugs and ask your doctor if anything you might take could injure you or your baby, k? Congrats on your upcoming...baby!
Have a healthy pregnancy.

Answer 27

Yes you can tyenol is one of the only things you can take..

Answer 28

Don't unless you're doctor has okayed it.

Answer 29

tylenol is safe anything else talk to your doctor...even if your docotor says you can take "midol" DONT it will bring on labour pains to soon....

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