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How Safe Is Intake of Alex Cough Syrup During Pregnancy? My Wife Is On Her 24th Week

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My wife is on 24th week of her pregnancy period. she is sufferring from dry cough. Is it safe to have alex cough syrup ?

how safe is intake of alex cough syrup during pregnancy ?

how safe is intake of alex cough syrup during pregnancy ?
asked Jan 11, 2011 by anonymous
edited Jan 11, 2011 by administrator

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Alex cough syrup is under Category C of drug teratogenicity, meaning no definite data is available if it will cause harm to an unborn child. And so, it should be used with caution by pregnant women, only as prescribed by the physician when the benefits outweigh the risks.
answered Feb 1 by maryRPh Diamond Guide (4,617 points)
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