ok to take ibuprofen while prego?

tat2edmommy2B

I have lower back problems, and get leg cramps from time to time. Am I able to take ibuprofen?

michelya

Acetaminophen, no ibuprofen.

proudmommy029

My doctor said just tylenol nothing else

NaliiBBy

Tylenol regular strength only!!!!!

Lilie_84

You can take paracetamol thats ok. But ibuprofen might cause problems while birth.Dont take ibu after week 28 please!

mommy3

Tylenol & Acetaminophen are the same thing. Acetaminophen is the main ingredient in Tylenol & its perfectly fine to take. No ibuprofen though.

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fingerscrossed

Along with the Tylenol points (and I would definitely check out @mama_kat's suggestion to request Tylenol 3 if it is chronic), I would try an epsom salt bath. It helps to reduce swelling and ease tension in tight muscles. It works wonders for me when my neck and shoulder start tensing up!

eagermami808

Extra strength tylenol only, you need anything stronger you definately have to talk to your doctor.

jojo30

Speak to your doctor I was told ibuprofen was fine in second trimester but definitely NOT in 3rd. My doc told me it could cause premature labour if taken in 3rd trimester

bummy87

ibuprofen says on the box no in any trimester

borrowedtime

Medical doctors have told me its okay in 3rd trimester.

MomOfThree

I've always been told just acetaminophen only, but I have to take a baby aspirin every day because I have a high risk pregnancy where my placenta swells so bad that all blood flow stops, thats how I almost lost my daughter, my specialist put me on it, I would defiantly ask your Dr before taking anything but tylenol, what @mama_kat said sounds like a great idea. Good luck sweetie.