"Consult you Doctor"

[princessn678]

Do you really ask your Dr. about everything that says this on it. Is there a good reputable website to check if things are safe during? I know most of the big NO no's and the ones that are okay in moderation etc. But the other day I bought some oxi pads because I am breaking out like a mofo, and my regular cleaning routine is not cutting it. But it says to ask your Dr. if you are pregnant. I feel stupid even asking this. 

[econmarie]

They put that on there for liability reasons. Typical over the counter acne medications are fine. My midwife have me a list of no's for drugs.

[princessn678]

I figured it should be safe, but hubby had be paranoid.

[laurasuzanne2006]

Nope. I always look into stuff on my own. Some docs aren't all that knowledgable or have outdated advice

[telos]

econmarie makes a good point about the "consult your doctor" label -- in these situations, i.e., a topical OTC benzoyl peroxide -- it's more about protecting the makers of Oxi Pads than protecting you.

My OB's office hands out a list, too. It's really helpful (and smart on their end, because it helps reduce duplicative calls on common issues). I've also found that the Mayo Clinic is a good resource for general information. Here's a link to their directory for drugs, herbs and supplements (you can look up benzoyl peroxide):http://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements

The pregnancy information is also very comprehensive and practical (expand the "see also" list underneath " products and services"): www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-living/pregnancy-week-by-week/basics/healthy-pregnancy/hlv-20049471

Of course, there's no harm in consulting your doctor if you're still unsure - I understand not wanting to ask about every little thing, but if you're worried, it's worth the peace of mind.

[kcebeling]

The rebel derms say to use them to spot treat, rather than on the whole face. Better yet, get products containing Glycolic acid rather than salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide...but benzoyl peroxide is preferred to sal acid, which is the least desirable. That wasn't well phrased...I'm drunk off of too much food.

[hurricaine]

Yes, I would ask my midwife or doctor about lots of stuff - I go in with a list. Another trick is to quickly ask the pharmacists - they'll look up the active ingredients in their drug guide quickly and recommend something. I wound up asking them about stuff while breastfeeding too. Easier than the doc and faster too.

My experience with acne medication is that a lot of things are actually risky or untested. There is one over the counter one that is ok, but it never worked for me. I'm down to tea tree oil and witchazel for my cystic acne. That and I sometimes make a mask out of honey, cinnamon and nutmeg or use hot compresses if I'm feeling desperate. I can't remember which ones you're supposed to avoid and which ones are ok.

ETA: I just remembered: it was salycilic acid that I was told to avoid and that's the only thing I've used that worked, so I just went the "natural" route. Lots of people use it anyways though, I'm just really risk adverse. 

[snyder124]

I just bought a thing of oxy pads myself !! Haven't purchased them since high school . Man they worked like a charm on these mountains I am forming on my chin .

[laurennowa]

If you are near a Trader Joes, they have Tea Tree Oil pads that work just as well as oxy pads. I also use their tea tree oil if I have acne. It feels strange at first to put oil on your zits, but it works and it doesn't dry out the surrounding skin.

[daffodil428]

I've also been told by my Ob no salycyclic acid. Which is a shame Bc that stuff works wonders. To be honest I've been just letting my acne ride. I use a dove face soap then when my skin is still warm from the shower I use a blemish extractor (or whatever they're called) to gently get rid of anything ready to go.

[Deleted]

You can contact infant risk for info about meds in pregnancy and lactation. They are the experts on this from the Texas tech school of medicine. They also have an app that covers meds in pg and bfing that you can look up most anything