What can I take for earache if I am possibly pregnant?

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What can I take for relief: advil, naproxen? Also melatonin against indications? Thank you very much for what I can replace melatonin with

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Good morning, ma'am, Acetaminophen (Tylenol and other brands) remains the first-line medication if you are or think you might be pregnant. On the other hand, melatonin is not recommended because the data concerning its safety in pregnancy are not solid enough. I hope that I have been helpful to you and I remain available if you have any further questions! Tom Samaha, pharmacist At first glance, I do not recommend medication for insomnia as a first line of treatment. The most important thing is to look at non-pharmacological measures to improve sleep hygiene and quality. Here are a few of them: At least 1 hour before bedtime, turn off any type of screen: computer, phone, TV, and handheld readers too. Most of them emit a type of light that is stimulating. Regardless of bedtime, I suggest getting up at the same time each day, which will help establish a sleep routine eventually. Keep the bedroom for sleeping and intimacy only. No reading, work, or TV in bed. This way, the body will associate the bedroom with sleep as soon as you enter it. Avoid naps during the day, and avoid stimulants like coffee as much as possible, especially in the afternoon. If you have been in bed for 15 minutes and are not falling asleep, I suggest you get up, go to the kitchen or living room for a few minutes, and then return to the bedroom. This can have a reset effect. If you have a lot of worries, write them down in a notebook or journal at night, so you can be reassured that they won't be forgotten and that you can address them the next morning. These strategies can take up to 2 weeks to implement, so take your time, gradually, be patient and willing too. If they don't work at all, I suggest you see a doctor.