Reglan while pregnant?

Question

im pregnant have hyperemisis and i throw up everything i consume even liquids.i go days without being able to eat.so every 2 weeks or so im back in the hospital with an iv getting nutrient to rehydrate me.ive gone through many medication for the vomiting now im on metoclopramide (reglan). im worried about taking all this medication. has anyone token this medication while they were pregnant.Is it safe?i don't get to see my primary doctor till june 27th so whenever im sick i have to go to the emergency room.

Answer 1

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According to webmd, there are risks of taking it during pregnancy, but it's not stated what they are exactly. Call your Ob/gyn and talk to his nurse. They will have you come in earlier if there's a problem going on. If you are too embarrassed to call your OB, then call your local pharmacy and ask to talk to the pharmacist. They will know any risks involved.
Good luck!

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Answer 2

This medication is commonly used in pregnancy by many. As long as it is given as prescribed it should not pose a risk to either of you.
Zofran is also used during pregnancy as well as phenergan.
Ideally, you want to avoid taking any drugs or medicines when pregnant, but when hyperemesis is so severe that you become dehydrated, you pose a much bigger risk to yourself and your baby.
Hopefully it will pass soon, and you will be feeling better.

Answer 3

It is pregnancy Category B which is generally considered safe. Please speak with your OBGYN though for his/her experience in using this drug in pregnant patients.

Answer 4

Does the doctor who perscribed the meds to you know you're pregnant ... if so then he wouldn't perscribe them to you if they weren't. If you didn't mention the fact that you were pregnant then you may not want to take them until you consult either the same doctor or find out from your primary. Best of luck!