Is it ok to take hayfever tablets whilst on Ivf drugs

[gill76]

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi gill76. Unfortunately strong anti histamines as a whole should be avoided whilst trying to get pregnant. However, the common “non-drowsy” hay fever anti-histamines are usually OK to take whilst going through treatment, but need to be stopped when pregnant. There is an ointment called “Hay Max” which you can get from “Holland & Barrett” which is completely organic and harmless. It is just a cream that you put up your nostrils to catch pollen etc and I believe it works well. They do make other products too which might be beneficial for you. I’m sure your GP will reassure you further. Take care and I do wish you well with your cycle of IVF. Diane