Often, the expectant mother is worried about the need to take any medication. It is known that some components in the composition of drugs can harm the fetus or cause developmental abnormalities. Consider the features of the reception of candies "Hols" during pregnancy. As well as the possible consequences of the application and is there an alternative to this drug.
What is the danger of coughing during pregnancy?
Often colds are accompanied by a cough, which is inconvenient, especially to expectant mothers. After all, during the period of bearing the baby, the woman’s immune system is most vulnerable. Therefore, even slight hypothermia can cause a cold.
It is important to understand that there is no such diagnosis and illness as a cough. It is always a consequence or reaction of the body to some pathogen. For women during pregnancy, most expectorant or anti-cough syrups and tablets are prohibited. Some people prefer traditional medicine, but they do not always help. There are also those that use drugs intended for children under 3 years old, but they can also harm the fetus developing in the womb.
What is the danger of coughing during pregnancy:
miscarriage, premature birth, intrauterine infection (cough is a consequence of a bacterial or viral infection, so treatment should be directed to the pathogen that affected the respiratory system);
an increase in the tone of the uterus, which can lead to oxygen starvation of the fetus or cause disturbances in its development;
uterine bleeding;
increased toxicosis, because a cough causes a vomiting reflex.
Often, to reduce the manifestations of cough, doctors prescribe absorbable tablets that relieve local symptoms. For example, “Hols” during pregnancy in the 1st trimester. But it is better not to take it, because the fetus has not yet matured and some component of the drug can cause not only allergies in the mother, but also adversely affect the child. Despite the fact that the lollipops are on sale, the first trimester is the most vulnerable, so you should try to minimize the use of medications, with the exception of the doctor’s instructions.
Lollipops "Cough's Hols": reception features
Lollipops "Hols" are designed to relieve bronchospasm, dryness and sore throat. Thanks to the calming effect, the intensity of cramping and irritation of the mucous membranes of the throat are reduced.
It should be understood that the "Hols" is not a drug and acts only symptomatically.
Its use is justified in such cases:
the cough is caused not by a disease, but, for example, by a torn voice or mechanical damage to the mucosa;
therapy aimed directly at the disease is underway, but lozenges are used to relieve spasm;
the expectant mother is not allergic to the components of the drug;
they are prescribed by a doctor, and the risk to the fetus is assessed.
“Khols” contains glucose syrup (not prescribed for diabetics), eucalyptus oil, menthol, flavorings and colorings. It is because of various kinds of dyes that it is used with caution during the period of gestation and breastfeeding.
The product is intended for resorption every two hours, but not more than 10 candies per day. They can have different tastes: melon, wild berries, honey and lemon, watermelon and extra menthol.
Is it possible to "Hols" during pregnancy?
The instructions for the drug indicate that lollipops during the period of bearing the baby are taken only as directed by the doctor. Many women take them because of the availability of funds. But it is worthwhile to understand that they do not fight the disease, which caused a cough, but only relieve unpleasant symptoms.
Lollipops have antiseptic and disinfecting effects and can only be used temporarily. Lollipops “Hols” help only in case of catarrhal illness of mild form or when severe sore throat suffers.
In any case, you should consult a doctor, since the mother in this case is responsible not only for the state of her health, but also for the baby.
Reception "Hols" during pregnancy: possible consequences
Despite the fact that the lollipops are not related to medicines, they have certain components that are undesirable for taking while carrying the baby. This includes flavors, colorants, group E supplements and medicinal herbs. They can have a negative impact on the development of the baby in the womb and during pregnancy. They are also not recommended during lactation.
Most physicians will answer yes to the question of whether it is possible to “Hols” during pregnancy. But only as a temporary remedy, it is not worth abusing it, as well as a medicinal or auxiliary agent.
Which variety to choose?
Having decided that “Hols” during pregnancy is possible, another question arises - how to choose the most sparing for the future mother from such a variety of tastes. It all depends on personal preferences, since each type of candy has a good effect in the form of relieving cramps, irritating the mucous membrane and refreshing the oral cavity.
Absorbable pills can serve as a kind of ambulance to quickly relieve cough and unpleasant sensations from it. It is also worth being guided by whether your mom is allergic to any component. It can be citrus or honey. Then it is better to refuse such candies. It is also not worth taking extra-menthol, since they act strongly on the mucous membrane, which can cause a vomiting reflex in a future mother.
Alternative
Is it possible to "Hols" during pregnancy in the 1st trimester? This period is the most sensitive and dangerous for the baby's condition, since it is just beginning to take shape and all the processes of its life are laid. Therefore, it is worth choosing an alternative to lozenges that relieve cough well. Namely:
tea with raspberries;
warm milk with honey or ginger;
ordinary mint sweets that not only freshen the breath, but also envelop the mucous membrane of the larynx, thereby helping to reduce the manifestation of cough;
melted sugar in a spoon will help relieve sore throat (often such a remedy is used for children).
It is worth remembering that before taking any medicine, you must first assess the risks to the baby.