Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Nose congestion in pregnancy
Hi i am 12 weeks 5 days pregnant
And i am having nose congestion and unable to breath properly can i use otrivin oxymetazoline nasal spray is it safe to use and also if not what alternative should i use
Answers (10)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
U can use it but better take connect
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced gynaecologist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+119
Use steam inhalation and saline nasal drops,light pregnancy safe exercise,use humidifier if using AC .
Its temporary condition seen in pregnancy
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Pls connect for online consultation and advice
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Normally in pregnancy there will be congestion
Better to do otrivin drops
Can use nasal saline drops
Steam inhalation
Humidifier
Drink lot of water
Take some hot water , hot soups
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Jyotsna Singh
Infertility Specialist
12 yrs exp
Mumbai
Steam inhalation and saline drops
Health Tips
Pregnancy is a low immune state , wear mask when going outside or near any pt
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Vijaya Gupta
Gynecologist
22 yrs exp
Chandigarh
No it is not safe in pregnancy
You can connect for prescription and furtgee advice
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Parru Singh
Gynecologist/Obstetrician
9 yrs exp
Lucknow
Connect
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Kinnari Amin
Gynecologist
12 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Not safe during pregnancy
Connect for prescription
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Neha Vashisth
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
Connect
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Pushpa Gour
Gynecologist
32 yrs exp
Bhopal
Consult please.
Answered
Flag this answer
0/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.