Sick during 2nd trimester - what to take?

I caught the flu, cough and sore throat recently and am 14 weeks pregnant. I think a fever is coming too although the last I measured it was 37.3 degrees so not considered fever yet. I have a normal temperature of 36+ normally so this is higher than normal for me. GP gave me chlorpheniramine (anti histamine) which I guess is for the flu. I’m allergic to painkillers like panadol / paracetamol so I can’t take them. Wonder if I should see another GP.. I called by gynae but only got advice from the receptionist who told me to take off the counter medicine but I read online that they are not safe for pregnancy so I’m confused. What should I do? Am worried the illness will affect the baby. Appreciate some advice! #firsttimemom #advicepls

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37.3 is not fever. just take chlorpheniramine and some honey, have lots of rest and it will get better.

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    Thank you very much! The fever went up to 38 in the end, and due to my drug allergies I couldn’t take paracetamol. Went to GP to get some medicine for the throat and flu. Doctor said the fever wouldn’t affect the baby unless it’s very high fever for a few days. I’m healthy now and the baby is too :)

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