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Tylenol with Codeine During Pregnancy: Safety & Risks


Question
I'm 24 weeks pregnant and I have been having pains in my stomach,they said that it could be
my gallbadder,so they put me on Tylenol with codine,I take a half to a whole one,if I hurting about once a day.Is this save for my baby?

Answer
Hi Holley,

Tylenol with codeine is perfectly safe to take during pregnancy.  Just remember, a small amount of medication does go to your baby and will make him/her a little sleepy.  So, if you experience a decrease in fetal movement for a few hours, that is the reason.  Good luck!