Nausea Meds?

[txmommy14]

Sorry if this has already been asked. Is anyone taking prescription nausea meds yet? My doctor gave me a prescription for Diclegis about a week ago, but I really don't think it's helping at all (or maybe it is and I'd be much more sick right now and just don't know it). I'm having a hard time functioning and getting through the days alone with my DH gone and with my DS being so fussy with his cast on. I'm thankful to know things are hopefully going well, but am desperate for some relief! I never felt this sick with DS, so this is new. Anyone?? I know there's Zofran, and there have been conflicting reports out about whether it's recommended anymore. Is there anything else? 

[ohiorideresq]

In the US, I think that's it. With the class actions and other lawsuits surrounding Zofran right now, I would be very surprised if OBs were prescribing it in the absence of actual HG. I took diclegis my last pregnancy and felt similarly to you. Nothing helped. I don't know if Phenegren is safe or what category it falls in, but maybe ask about that.

Other things that work for some people: peppermint, chewing gum, papaya enzymes, those motion sickness wrist bands. Tums/acid reducers if your nausea is acid reflux or heartburn related.

[txmommy14]

I might try the wrist band. That's a good idea. My dr will prescribe zofran, but I'm too nervous to take it. It was considered perfectly safe with my DS, crazy that all of this has come out!

[GOmamab15]

Sorry you're having it so rough. I love ginger and ginger ale.
If your doc thought that the risks out weighed the benefits they would not prescribe the meds, you should take the zofran so you can feel better.

---I'm probably just a worry wort, but I feel like I have to say, on my doctors website it specifically says to *stay away* from papaya and papaya enzymes while pregnant.

[babyzebra]

There's basically zofran and diclegis. I have taken both during previous pregnancies. I found zofran to work much better for me, but as you mentioned, there are some concerns about its safety. I can't really remember how the dosing works with diclegis, but could you take a higher dose? Sorry you're feeling so sick!

[txmommy14]

Thanks guys! I'm taking the highest Dose. Just making sure there wasn't something I was missing. Zofran worked great for me, but I think it makes me too nervous this pregnancy. Thanks for the great info. I have ginger chews and preggie pops right now also.

My DS has been up half the night screaming (he's had his cast on for two days now), so I think the exhaustion caring for him without DH home is probably making the nausea worse than if would be otherwise!

[soultrane]

I don't have any advice, just wanted to send some hugs since you're having such a rough time. When do you head out to visit your parents? Hopefully some time a way (and some extra hands to help out) will help you feel better!

[sandandsea]

I've been using lemon tea, ginger ale, Peggie pops, and tums. Also last time I found that eating light snacks helped like crackers, oatmeal, granola, etc.

[txmommy14]

Oct 22, 2015 6:49:28 GMT -5 soultrane said:

I don't have any advice, just wanted to send some hugs since you're having such a rough time. When do you head out to visit your parents? Hopefully some time a way (and some extra hands to help out) will help you feel better!

Thank you!! On Halloween- Can't come fast enough!

[ohiorideresq]

I forgot about preggie pops. I loved those things, although they didn't help.

Oh, and if you're looking for something to help you not through up when you brush your teeth, I watched this. Every day. You're welcome

[titania]

I'm sorry you are feeling so sick txmommy14! I don't really have much to add that hasn't already been said, but I have been taking a steady stream of ginger tummy drops and they seem to help me.

[txmommy14]

Thanks everyone!!!!

[hudsonhawk]

When I was pg with my son I found that smelling ginger worked better for me than eating it. So I'd brew a cup of ginger tea and just put it in front of me. Bonus, it acts as a handy hand warmer in a cold office!

[audreyeva]

I'm sorry you're having a rough time! My ob's pamphlet suggested taking a B6 supplement and unisom before bed for nausea. I haven't tried it and suspect it's less heavy duty than the diclegis, but maybe another option?

[cattuccino]

I'm sorry you're so sick.
There's some speculation here in Canada about diclegis (called dilectin here) and whether it's actually effective. There's apparently a tiff going on between a dr and health Canada about their records and files on it. (For what it's worth it looks just like an effectiveness issue not a safety issue).
B6 I've heard helps a lot of mamas.
Hope it passes quickly

[txmommy14]

Great advice!!! Thanks ladies!!

[teggy20]

I haven't hit nausea yet for this pregnancy, but my last one I chewed a lot of gum, ate a lot of clementines and drank tons of ice water, and that seemed to help. Sorry you're feeling rotten!

[lakecountrygal]

Lemon!! Lemon candy, lemon water, lemonade all worked wonders for me when I was KU with DS. So far I'm feeling more dizzy/vertigoish than nauseated.

[ArgyleEnigma]

I'm sorry you're in this boat. I have been trying to eat and drink constantly but very, very slowly. One cracker, a minute later small sip of water, a couple minutes later another cracker...you get the idea. Just started this yesterday, seems to work okay but might be a coincidence.

[Andrea]

So I got a prescription to Zofran today, glad I looked at this before I got it filled. I guess I need to do some research.

UGH but I feel so incredibly shitty. I just want the nausea to stop.

[txmommy14]

Oct 23, 2015 15:50:51 GMT -5 Andrea said:

So I got a prescription to Zofran today, glad I looked at this before I got it filled. I guess I need to do some research.

UGH but I feel so incredibly shitty. I just want the nausea to stop.

I can't decide what to think. Some doctors say it's totally fine and the risk is barely increased. Others won't prescribe it anymore. It definitely works the best.

[ArgyleEnigma]

Oct 23, 2015 15:50:51 GMT -5 Andrea said:

So I got a prescription to Zofran today, glad I looked at this before I got it filled. I guess I need to do some research.

UGH but I feel so incredibly shitty. I just want the nausea to stop.

many hugs to you lady

[babyzebra]

Oct 23, 2015 15:50:51 GMT -5 Andrea said:

So I got a prescription to Zofran today, glad I looked at this before I got it filled. I guess I need to do some research.

UGH but I feel so incredibly shitty. I just want the nausea to stop.

Sorry, nausea and vomiting really suck. You'll make the right decision for you.

((Hugs))

[babyzebra]

Oct 23, 2015 16:59:58 GMT -5 txmommy14 said:

I can't decide what to think. Some doctors say it's totally fine and the risk is barely increased. Others won't prescribe it anymore. It definitely works the best.

I can't decide what to think either. I took zofran at least once daily for about 90% of my pregnancy with DS because I was vomiting so much. It does work. I'm still conflicted, but I think if I got that sick again, I would probably take it.

[Andrea]

Oct 23, 2015 20:53:18 GMT -5 babyzebra said:

Oct 23, 2015 16:59:58 GMT -5 txmommy14 said:

I can't decide what to think. Some doctors say it's totally fine and the risk is barely increased. Others won't prescribe it anymore. It definitely works the best.

I can't decide what to think either. I took zofran at least once daily for about 90% of my pregnancy with DS because I was vomiting so much. It does work. I'm still conflicted, but I think if I got that sick again, I would probably take it.

I had another sobbing, nose bleed, dry heaving/puking episode on our way home. I am so done. I am going to wait to fill it this weekend; I am going to ask my OB on Monday if she green lights it, I am going for it. I am almost not functional. 

[txmommy14]

Oct 23, 2015 21:17:42 GMT -5 Andrea said:

Oct 23, 2015 20:53:18 GMT -5 babyzebra said:

I can't decide what to think either. I took zofran at least once daily for about 90% of my pregnancy with DS because I was vomiting so much. It does work. I'm still conflicted, but I think if I got that sick again, I would probably take it.

I had another sobbing, nose bleed, dry heaving/puking episode on our way home. I am so done. I am going to wait to fill it this weekend; I am going to ask my OB on Monday if she green lights it, I am going for it. I am almost not functional. 

You definitely should! I'm with babyzebra, I would probably take it again too.

[mymilkshake]

Not a nausea med, but does anyone have any thoughts on Miralax? I've always used Miralax, but I don't find it on any of the recommended lists- only co lace and Metamucil. Everything I've read is conflicting.

[txmommy14]

mymilkshake, I've heard Miralax is fine during pregnancy. My sister used it daily during both of her pregnancies and her doctor told her it was fine!

[frecklesnbrains]

The Miralax info is great. Constipation is my most prominent symptom right now, and I've never had it before. I'm always a once- or twice-a day girl and now I'm more like once-a-week. Ugh. Currently doing dried fruit and colace but it's not enough.

[Andrea]

Oct 25, 2015 7:39:49 GMT -5 frecklesnbrains said:

The Miralax info is great. Constipation is my most prominent symptom right now, and I've never had it before. I'm always a once- or twice-a day girl and now I'm more like once-a-week. Ugh. Currently doing dried fruit and colace but it's not enough.

My RE told me to do Miralax with Colance if things got bad enough.