my first cold
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Topic: my first cold
Posted By: Kazzle
Subject: my first cold
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 9:57am
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I have just come down with my first cold, and boy do i feel like ratsh*te, what i want to know is if its safe to drink lemsip while pregnant? ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: daikini
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 10:06am
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If my memory is working properly (not a given these days!) Lemsip is fine... it might tell you on the pack as well... check with a chemist for what you can and can't take as far as other cold and flu remedies go. ------------- Becca, mum of 2 girls & 3 boys |
Posted By: caraMel
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 10:14am
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I had an awful cold when I was pregnant with my daughter. I can't remember if I took lemsip or not but my husband made me lots of fresh lemon and honey drinks which were great for clearing the sinuses and helping get to sleep. Maybe try them if lemsip is a no-no? ------------- Mel, Mummy to E: 6, B: 4 and: 
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Posted By: newmum
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 2:36pm
I used fresh lemon and honey too as I was a bit nervous with Paracetamol (I think it was?) in the lemsip  ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: james
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 2:44pm
i took panadol all thur my preggy with james has my midwife said it was fine u just have to follw the instrtions on the packet ------------- <a href="http://lilypie.com"><img src="http://b4.lilypie.com/nLJ5p13.png" alt="Lilypie 4th Birthday Ticker" border="0" /></a> |
Posted By: newmum
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 2:47pm
I was just paranoid  I know but I was so nervous I would lose this one too! I didn't want to take chances! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: lizzle
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 3:10pm
| I would imagine lemsip is fine, as paracetomol is fine during pregnancy. ( well, i'm pretty sure anyway) |
Posted By: Xander&Harmony
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 4:32pm
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lemon honey drinks is nice.i think janine said she added a lil oj to it fr a shot of extra vit c.u could try standing in the bathrom fr 15 mins with shower running hot(waste of pwer i n) the steam helps clear sinuses.my mums mother chucked my mum in there when she had trouble with her asthma when mum was younger ------------- BECS http://www.sparklee.com"> 
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Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 7:16pm
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thanx girls,
i have had a lemsip, and taken it easy, but true to form, in the afternoon i feel better and by about 5pm i feel like crap again, so i think its off to bed for me. ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 7:17pm
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Yep, Panadol is safe during pregnancy as long as you stick to the correct dosage. Antihistamines and Ibuprofen are big no-no's tho, so if it gets worse and you need more than Panadol you should probably see your doc for some suggestions (the consult will be free as it is indirectly preg related). -------------  Maya Grace (28/02/03)
 (02/01/06)
The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: jax
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 7:40pm
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Isn't there a difference between Panadol and Paracetamol? ------------- Jacquie - Mama to Erin, 13.07.06 - Chief Cat Chaser & Marmite Sammie Eater 
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Posted By: james
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 8:05pm
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not that i no off my sis dontsnt sollow pills and had paracetamol when she was preggy but u should ask your m/w just incase and newmum i wasnt trying to upset u sorry if i did! ------------- <a href="http://lilypie.com"><img src="http://b4.lilypie.com/nLJ5p13.png" alt="Lilypie 4th Birthday Ticker" border="0" /></a> |
Posted By: jack_&_charli
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 8:41pm
i had 2 colds while preggy and it sucks!!!!! 
big  to you kazzle! hope you feel better really soon  ------------- http://www.alternatickers.com"> 
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Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 8:47pm
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Nope, Paracetamol is the medicine, Panadol is the brand name. Kind of like lemonade is the drink and Sprite is the brand name. There are lots of generic brands of paracetamol too - Pams, Signature Range etc. ------------- Maya Grace (28/02/03)
(02/01/06)
The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 09 February 2006 at 8:48pm
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But Panafen (made by Panadol), Panadeine and PanadolExtra aren't safe as one contains ibuprofen and the other contains codeine/caffeine etc. ------------- Maya Grace (28/02/03)
(02/01/06)
The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: newmum
Date Posted: 10 February 2006 at 11:08am
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LOL James, it takes a lot more to upset me, LOLOL I know I am paranoid that's all. I didn't even like taking medication before being preggers.... ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: AlyAyde
Date Posted: 08 May 2006 at 4:56pm
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bump ------------- Jayde 25/12/04 Alyssa 08/04/03 http://Alyayde.bebo.com |
Posted By: Andie
Date Posted: 08 May 2006 at 5:06pm
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I dunno if Lemsip is OK (I guess it is!) but don't take paracetamol with it, as it's already got paracetamol in it. Also, the vitamin C in it is worth jack-all, as heat kills vit C really quickly. That fresh-squeezed OJ from the shop chiller ROCKS for it though! It just doesn't soothe like a nice steaming hot drink. ------------- Andie |
Posted By: Two Blondinis
Date Posted: 08 May 2006 at 5:15pm
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I've only just got over that nasty cold that was going around (turned into a chest infection) and I didn't take anything at all. Our whole household had it (hubby, mum and dad, sis and fiance) and they must have all bought shares in Lemsip they were taking so much LOL. All had it for as long as I did - two weeks and same symptoms. Just goes to show how good that stuff is afterall ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
 
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Posted By: emeldee
Date Posted: 09 May 2006 at 10:37am
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I ended up with a chest infection last time around and got put on ventolin by the doctor - apparently they used to use it in the way old days to stop premature labour and contractions.
Dropping a couple of drops of eucalyptus oil or vicks into a tub of hot water and putting your head near it (inhalations) helped clear the nose a little. ------------- |
Posted By: Millie1976
Date Posted: 09 May 2006 at 1:08pm
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I just had a cold recently (around 3 weeks ago) and I was taking panadol and a few cough lollies - this was recommended by my midwive. ------------- Sebastien 2 years old Olivier 3 3/4 years old |