My daughter-in-law just took a pregnancy test and it came out "Yes".   She immediately stopped drinking caffeine, sugary sodas but has a headache:  withdrawal?  Can she take a tylenol for her headache?  Or, what is an approved OTC mild pain reliever?  She hasn't had a chance to get an OBGYN yet because of the holiday but she's eating healthier.  She bought an OTC prenatal vitamin which we will check for folic acid content.  What can we do for her headache?  Thank you,  Mona
Hi there, I have understood your concern and I will suggest you the best possible treatment options.As she has got positive pregnancy test results, it's a good decision to quit caffeine and sugary sodas. For her headache, I will suggest that she can have tablet Paracetamol 500 mg as needed preferably after food. I will suggest that she should opt for a healthy diet and exercise regimen. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and salads in diet. Avoid refined sugars and deep fried foods and bakery products. Have plenty of water in the day.Prenatal vitamins and minerals supplements are highly recommend.Use of folic acid and vitamin B 12 supplements helps prevent various complications during pregnancy and childbirth.Meditate regularly.Think positive.Things will be fine in the due course of time.May God bless her with a bundle of Joy.I hope this answer helps you.Thanks.Dr. Purushottam Neurgaonkar