Are menthol cough drops ok during pregnancy?

Please do not trust random advice on pregnancy from internet forums. Menthol can sometimes be strong, and different doctors have different views on it during the first trimester. Just call your doctor's clinic and ask them directly.

When I was pregnant, I got a bad cold and spent hours googling if menthol drops would hurt the baby. I got so stressed! In the end, my doctor said one or two is fine, but please ask your doc so you don't worry like I did.

My gynaecologist told me that occasional menthol drops are fine, but trying warm saltwater gargles is a much safer natural alternative.

I accidentally had three menthol drops yesterday and now I am panicking. Did anyone else consume them during pregnancy without any issues? Please let me know, I am thoda worried.

Instead of chemical cough drops, why don't you try hot water with a little ginger and honey? It is much safer during pregnancy and works beautifully for throat irritation without any worry of side effects.

During both my pregnancies, I used standard lozenges occasionally when the cough kept me awake. Just check the ingredients list to make sure there are no extra active medicines in them, and consult your gynecologist at your next scan.

My wife is in her second trimester and we were just researching this yesterday. Apparently, some brands contain high amounts of herbal extracts which might not be fully tested for pregnancy, so it is best to check with your doctor before buying.