Is a pregnant woman allowed to take medicine when not advised by the doctor and if yes why?
The short answer to your question is _No_. In fact I would not advise anybody to take any medication without consultation with a doctor.
The foetus is a rapidly growing being. Several drugs that may be reasonably safe for adults may be harmful to the developing baby. These drugs may cause reduced growth of the baby or even deformities in some cases. In pregnancy, medication should be taken sparingly and only when advised by the doctor. There are some drugs that are prescribed in pregnancy like Iron and Folic acid along with some vaccinations. These are to protect the mother’s and the baby’s health. One should _always_ go for Ante Natal Checkups early in pregnancy and thereafter regularly as advised by your doctor.
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