Which advice is safest when a pregnant woman asks about taking an over-the-counter medicine for pain?
Correct answer: B. Check with a qualified health professional before taking the medicine
- A. Use any medicine labelled as herbal because it is natural
- B. Check with a qualified health professional before taking the medicine
- C. Double the usual adult dose because pregnancy increases drug clearance
- D. Use a relative's prescription if the symptoms seem similar
Explanation
Medicines cross the placenta to varying degrees, and safety depends on the drug, dose, and stage of pregnancy. Professional advice helps prevent fetal harm and avoids unsafe self-medication; natural products and another person's prescription are not automatically safe.
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