During pregnancy, you may have conditions that need treatment with medicines. Some medicines are not safe to use during pregnancy. If you are pregnant, it's important to speak to your doctor or pharmacist before starting, stopping or changing any prescription or over-the-counter medicines. Here are some common medicines and information about their use, during pregnancy. Paracetamol is considered safe at all stages of pregnancy. Ibuprofen and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should not be used during pregnancy unless your doctor has prescribed them. Some cough medicines are safe during pregnancy, but not all types. If you are pregnant and feel very unwell with cold symptoms, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice. Saline nasal sprays are safe to use during pregnancy. Decongestant nasal sprays (used to relieve a blocked nose) are generally safe to use during pregnancy – check with you pharmacist for advice. Oral decongestant medicines, such as pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine are not recommended during pregnancy. There is limited scientific information about many herbal or complementary products or medicines and their safety during pregnancy. If you are thinking about using herbal medicines during pregnancy, it's a good idea to check with your doctor or pharmacist about their safety before you take them.