taking panadol during pregnancy

I am having severe headaches from last night and would like advise on whether its safe to take panadol during my first trimester. Hope to hear advises...

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Medication during pregnancy is tricky. Panadol may be safe but we don't know your medical history, and if you have any allergies, Esp with painkillers. Safe bet is to take smtg that's only 500mg or less of paracetamol. Panadol extra isn't advisable because it's got caffeine as well which can cause heart palpitations in some ppl. Ask gynae to be safe, if gynae not around, ask the pharmacist.

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