Antihistamine

[Emmaxxx]

Hi ladies.

Does any of you know if it’s safe to take antihistamines when pregnant. I’m nearly 32 weeks and my skin is itching all over. It’s driving me mad and I am trying hard not to scratch but it’s impossible!!! Need some advice quickly.

Thank you xx

[Kiedy84]

Hi I wouldn't take it if I were you. Apply some olive oil and /or cream and drink plenty of water. If the itchiness does not go away and it gets worse tomorrow contact your midwife as this may indicate some issues with your liver (cholestasis). X

[Emmaxxx in reply to Kiedy84]

I have been using bio oil but tonight it has just gotten worse. Thank you. I will call them and see if they can help xxx

[Shelleybean in reply to Emmaxxx]

Definitely call the midwife asap to let them know/ get checked out for possible Cholestasis xx

[Grace5777]

Hello Lovely, I had the same thing happen to me, I went to the pharmacy and they are not licensed to give you anything and you need to speak to a doctor. I was given something in the end but I had to push for it. Xx

[Emmaxxx in reply to Grace5777]

Oh really. It’s driving me mad!!! How are you doing? Xx

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK]

Hi Emma. You must report any itching skin to your midwife/GP to check if there is a problem with your blood levels. He/she will advise on antihistamines too, but please see someone. Diane

[Emmaxxx in reply to DianeArnold]

Hi Diane. Thank you I will ask them to call me later as they only work Monday afternoon. I hope you are fully recovered and back to normal from you operation xx

[DianeArnold Partner Nurse Fertility Network UK in reply to Emmaxxx]

Hi Emma. Not doing too badly - thanks for asking. Diane

[LHow81]

Definitely see someone I had Obstetric cholestasis when I was pregnant. Hopefully it’s just an itch xx