[chambom]

I don't really have a PCP right now, I have had a head cold for about 5 days and I woke up this morning with it in my chest. My chest is crazy tight and hurts when I cough. I need some advice on what to take- medicine or tea or something to help so it doesn't settle in and get worse.<br><br>
I feel like my midwives would be good help- they would also know more about herbal remedies. A PCP or clinic will just want to give me ABX.<br><br>
Anyone here know, can I take mucinex? Anyone know of a good tea or something that helps break up mucus?<br><br>
thanks

 

[birthdancedoula]

Sorry you are feeling icky. Make sure you are staying hydrated and resting as much as you can. You don't want what you've got to turn into pneumonia.<br><br>
As far as expectorants go, IIRC Mucinex is just guaifenesin, like in Robitussin, which is a Pregnancy category B drug. Pseudoephedrine- like in Mucinex D- is considered safe after the first trimester.<br><br><img alt="" class="inlineimg" src="http://www.mothering.com/discussions/images/smilies/hug.gif" style="border:0px solid;" title="hug"> and feel better soon, mama! I'd give your mw a buzz just to touch base and let her know you're sick and see if she has any recommendations for you.

 

[peaceful_mama]

sorry you are feeling icky. I tend to call my MW if I want something herbal/natural. PCP if it warrants ABX or I want to try a non-prescription drug.