Looked on rxlist.com but......

[MommaX3]

I wanted to now if its ok to take Penicillin during pregnancy. www.rxlist.com doesnt say under precausions like it does every other medicine I have looked up. I have a bad bad sore throat, cough, congestion and trying to save all my time at work for maturnity leave.I have a bottle of Penicillin VK. Does anyone know if its ok.

[AshleysMom]

Yeah, you should make sure it's not just a cold first.   I did have all of your symptoms with  my sinus infection, which is bacterial though.

How are you feeling today?

[tahariel]

Penicillin will not help a cold virus, that is for bacteria infections. Call your ob/gyn and ask for their recommendations. But, usually only rest, drinking lots of warm fluids, and some mild over the counter medications will help. I think Sudafed and Robittusin DM are okay, but check with your doctor first.

[AshleysMom]

I would make sure to get a perscription from your doc, knowing you are preg vs. using an existing bottle.  Who knows if the dosage is different, etc.

My doc just gave me a perscription for penicillin for a sinus infection so I think it's safe.  I'm trying not to take it.  She also suggested this thing called a Neti Pot, which works really well.  I'm not sure if you saw my post a few day ago, but basically it's a little tea-pot thing that you fill with water and sea salt, pour in one nostril with your head tilted, and it comes out the other.  It does wonders for congestion although I have to admit my sore throat came back tonight.  I might take penicillin yet...

[Tanker Chic]

If you sore throat and congestion is viral, taking penicillin won't do you any good anyway. I wouldn't take anything your dr didn't give you to take while you are pg.  

Tylenol cold is safe to take.