Medications

Pain and fever

Analgesics and antipyretics — the most-asked group in pregnancy.

3 brands in this group. “Review status” describes the state of our page, not the safety of the drug.
BrandGeneric nameReview status
Tylenol Acetaminophen (paracetamol) Cites retired FDA letter category
Ibuprofen Ibuprofen Cites retired FDA letter category
Aspirin Acetylsalicylic acid Cites retired FDA letter category
  • Tylenol

    Is Tylenol (acetaminophen) safe during pregnancy? Occasional use of Tylenol (generic name acetaminophen and paracetamol) is usually considered safer than…

    Acetaminophen (paracetamol)

  • Ibuprofen

    Is it safe to take ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) while pregnant? Ibuprofen (trade names Advil, Motrin, Nuprin), is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)…

    Ibuprofen

  • Aspirin

    Can you take aspirin while pregnant? Aspirin, a common fever , pain-relief and anti-inflammatory medication, is not recommended in adult doses (325mg) in…

    Acetylsalicylic acid

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