24/09/2025
If you are pregnant, here's a reminder that Paracetamol is the safest & effective pain relief available over the counter. As with all medications taken during pregnancy, stick to the recommended dose only for the duration your symptoms. If symptoms like pain or fever persist beyond a few days, consult with your Midwife or Doctor. Please listen to advice from your trusted health professionals instead of international politicians.
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatories (NSAIDS) like Ibuprofen (Nurofen), Diclofenac (Voltaren), Celebrex (Celecoxib) and Naproxen (Sonaflam) should be avoided in all trimesters.
Recent international headlines have caused unnecessary concern among expectant mothers about the use of paracetamol (also known as acetaminophen, or as brand names like Panadol in New Zealand or Tylenol in the USA). The New Zealand College of Midwives wants to reassure pregnant women that paracetamo...