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Re: Taking Benadryl long term okay for baby?

From: Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sun, 31 Mar 2002 15:38:46 -0600 (CST)

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At Sun, 31 Mar 2002, LaurieB wrote: >
>I was diagnosed with PUPPP, PUPP, PUPPS (however you want to abbreviate
>it). I tried the oatmeal baths, cool cloths, cutting my nail down as
>far as I can, but was still totally losing my mind. The doctor told me
>to take Benadryl every 4 hours. I did that for about a week straight
>which brought me some relief. I then tapered off because of my concern
>for the baby. Well, it's back! I wake up scratching (especially my
>neck). Am about to go back to the Benadryl every 4 hours, but it makes
>me so sleepy and I have a 4 year old to take care of. I will definitely
>address this with my OB at my April 8 appt. I don't want to hurt the
>baby, but I can't deal with this itching for another 14 weeks!

Benadryl is a catagory B medication generally considered safe in pregnancy. Other options that may not make you sleepy may be Periactin, Atarax, or hydrocortisone cream

-- Richard Chudacoff, MD, FACOG Chudacoff Obstetrics & Gynecology, PLLC Sugar Land, TX

Note: opinions expressed here are for educational purposes only and, as such, do not constitute a physician-patient relationship. This information is not intended to supplant the need for you to consult with your physician prior to choosing therapeutic options and/or interventions.

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**Thank you for understanding :).**

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