What lozenges can I take for a sore throat if I am pregnant?

Hello, ma'am,

Halls or Fisherman's Friend lozenges are safe during pregnancy.

You can also take acetaminophen (Tylenol and other brands) for a little longer relief.

If you have congestion or runny nose, I strongly recommend nasal hygiene with a saline solution (Hydrasense, Sinus Rinse and others), which can be done as often as needed during the day, and at least 30 minutes before bedtime. By 'cleaning' the nasal secretions, you can reduce the backward flow of secretions, which often causes coughing. I also encourage you to drink plenty of fluids, cold or hot, depending on your preference.

Finally, if you haven't already done so, I encourage you to take a quick test for COVID as a precaution.

I hope this helps, and I am available if you have any further questions!

Tom Samaha, pharmacist

Yes, the NeilMed device is safe during pregnancy. For pain, the measures mentioned (lozenges, Tylenol, hydration +++) are the safest and most effective at this time

Unfortunately, several references indicate a higher risk of complications from COVID in pregnant women. If your condition deteriorates, you should contact a doctor quickly. Furthermore, I invite you to fill out the following link to register your positive result: