Question: what cough medicine can a pregnant person take?
Answer: plain cough syrup, such as Vicks. dextromethorphan (Robitussin; category C) and dextromethorphan-guaifenesin (Robitussin DM; category C) cough syrups. cough expectorant during the day. cough suppressant at night. acetaminophen (Tylenol; category B) to relieve pain and fever.