Is It Safe To Use Peppermint Oil For Asthma During Pregnancy?
Question: using peppermint oil ok with pregnancy and asthma to open up
Brief Answer:
I would not suggest the medicine for my patients in pregnancy
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have read your query.
Peppermint oil is a strong substance.
While you can use small quantities of it, I would be very cautious of its use during pregnancy.
There are many medicines for asthma that are safe in pregnancy. You can try those for now, at least during the pregnancy.
I would not suggest peppermint oil for my patients during pregnancy.
Best of luck,
Dr Mittal
I would not suggest the medicine for my patients in pregnancy
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have read your query.
Peppermint oil is a strong substance.
While you can use small quantities of it, I would be very cautious of its use during pregnancy.
There are many medicines for asthma that are safe in pregnancy. You can try those for now, at least during the pregnancy.
I would not suggest peppermint oil for my patients during pregnancy.
Best of luck,
Dr Mittal
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What would you suggest for asthma pregnant women because my wife is pregnant and has asthma
Brief Answer:
You can use salbutamol inhalers.
Detailed Answer:
You can use salbutamol inhalers.
They are safe in pregnancy.
1 puff 3 times a day and sos may help.
For exact dose, it would be good to meet a physician.
Best of luck,
Dr Mittal
You can use salbutamol inhalers.
Detailed Answer:
You can use salbutamol inhalers.
They are safe in pregnancy.
1 puff 3 times a day and sos may help.
For exact dose, it would be good to meet a physician.
Best of luck,
Dr Mittal
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad