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**Phenylephrine** Class C (effects unknown during pregnancy) **Pheniramine** Class C **Acetaminophen** Class B The most dangerous time to take Class C medications is during the first trimester when baby’s organs are most susceptible to birth defects. I am 19 weeks pregnant and not over-using the medications and am taking them in small, limited quantity. When I said that the Phiramine was low risk I meant that there aren’t studies that conclusively prove that it causes birth defects in humans during pregnancy. The reason you’re not supposed to take Nyquil, Flu&Sore Throat, & other cold medicines is the DXM (dextromethorphan), and phenylephrine it contains. DXM is a cough suppressant and it helps loosen up mucus and stuff. They are listed as Class C during pregnancy because it’s effects are *unknown*. They want you to be better safe than sorry. So no — just because you have taken or take Nyquil etc during pregnancy DOES NOT mean your baby will be retarded or deformed. People suggesting this are severely misinformed. Doctors just want you to be careful with it! Healthy babies are awesome! Weight the risks before taking any Class C medication. Very helpful website: www.obfocus.com
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