Persen during breastfeeding - 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester

The period of bearing a child is not the easiest time in the life of every woman. On the one hand, the lady arrives in a wonderful state of anticipation of a miracle, and the moments when the baby moved his leg for the first time are simply unforgettable. But there is another side to the coin - the constant anxiety and fear of the expectant mother. A woman may be worried about not very good tests, problems at work, fears for the life and health of the baby.

All this negatively affects the psycho-emotional state of the pregnant woman; she may suffer from frequent mood swings, sleep problems and even depression. For such problems, doctors recommend that their patients take sedatives, however, there is one caveat - only herbal preparations are allowed to be taken during pregnancy. One of these is “Persen”, but whether it can be used during pregnancy, we’ll talk further.

Can pregnant women take it?

The instructions indicate that Persen is contraindicated for use during pregnancy. This is due to the lack of necessary research regarding the effect of the drug on the course of pregnancy and fetal formation.
Therefore, the decision to prescribe Persen is made only by a specialist, while comparing the benefits and possible risks. The drug contains herbal components, which in themselves are not contraindicated during pregnancy. But at the same time, an unpredictable reaction of the body to the active substances is possible. At the same time, there are serious cases when it is impossible to do without sedatives, and the negative impact of stress on the fetus will be several times greater than the possible harm after taking the pill, so doctors recommend taking Persen.

In 1st trimester

Many pregnant women begin to feel changes in the functioning of the nervous system in the early stages. If possible, you should avoid taking any medications during the first trimester. During this period, the most important organs and systems of the unborn baby are actively forming; even minor medicinal intervention can disrupt the natural process, so it is extremely important to remain as calm as possible and refuse drugs.

In particularly difficult stressful situations, it is better to consult a doctor who will select the right dose and help the patient’s body. Taking the medicine can also be justified by severe debilitating toxicosis: Persen significantly reduces its symptoms.

In the second trimester

After 12-14 weeks, a favorable period begins when the child has grown and become stronger, organs begin to function, the placenta is fully functional, protects and nourishes the baby. The risk of adverse effects from the components of the drug is no longer so great, although there remains the possibility of an allergy to plant components or a decrease in blood pressure, which is fraught with hypoxia.

Alternative to medicines

It is not recommended to take any sedatives during pregnancy in the first trimester; in later stages of gestation, a woman should, if possible, avoid taking any drugs. If their emotional state is unstable, pregnant women should spend more time outdoors
, try to isolate themselves from stress, normalize their daily routine and get at least 7-8 hours of sleep every day.

Proper nutrition is also an effective remedy in the fight against psycho-emotional stress. The diet should include food rich in proteins, vitamins and microelements: fish, milk, fruits, lean meat, vegetables, nuts. Essential oils have a positive effect on mood and sleep, so you can place jars with these substances in your room. However, when using aromatherapy, you should carefully monitor your well-being, since it often causes allergies.

How to drink?

The medication is taken only under the supervision of a doctor, taking into account the severity of the patient’s condition. In this case, the dosage is selected individually, the duration of administration is also adjusted depending on the therapeutic effect.

In the absence of special recommendations from the treating doctor, Persen is taken according to the following regimen:

Persen tablets – 2 tablets before bedtime or one 3 times a day. The course is 14 days.
“Persen Forte” – 2 capsules 2 times a day or 1 capsule before bedtime. Course duration is 2-3 weeks.
“Persen Night” – 1 capsule half an hour before bedtime. Course 14 days.
“Persen Cardio” – 1-2 capsules per day for 6 weeks.

Tablets and capsules should be taken with plenty of water. You can stop taking the drug at any time; there is no withdrawal syndrome. The medication should not be used for more than 1.5 months. It is also prohibited to exceed the permissible dosage; as a result, spasms, vomiting, fainting, tachycardia, and severe weakness may occur. If symptoms do not stop after discontinuation, the pregnant woman is urgently hospitalized.

"Persen" can enhance the effect of other hypnotics and painkillers , so the simultaneous use of such drugs is unacceptable.

Persen during pregnancy: general characteristics of the product

Persen is a herbal phyto-medicine with hypnotic and sedative effects, which is often used in obstetric practice.

Composition and properties of the drug Persen during pregnancy

The preparation contains dry water-ethanol extracts of the following plants:

valerian root - has good sedative properties, relieves symptoms of irritation, overwork, insomnia;
lemon balm foliage - exhibits soothing and antispasmodic properties;
peppermint foliage - enhances the sedative properties of lemon balm and valerian.

Additionally, Persen contains:

glucose solution;
extracted mint powder;
talc;
maltodextrin;
starch.

The complex of phyto-components determines the antispasmodic, relaxing, hypnotic and sedative effect of Persen on the body. And the additional ingredients are stabilizers that prolong the effect of the active ingredients.

Depending on the dosage of Persen, it can have mild or pronounced sedative effects. The sedative effect occurs at the level of the nervous system by reducing its activity.

Due to its mild effect on the central nervous system, Persen is suitable for daily use when mild transient overexcitation occurs, for example, due to excessive overexertion, irritability, or stress.

Persen during pregnancy, dosage forms

To enhance the effectiveness of treatment, Persen is produced in several forms with different dosages:

Persen - tablets of a characteristic brown color. They have a mild sedative effect and a reduced concentration of valerian root. Indicated for moderate hyperexcitability or stress.
Persen forte - brown-red capsules with an increased dose of active substances. Persen Forte during pregnancy is prescribed for severe nervous tension.
Persen cardio - capsules contain passionflower and hawthorn. The drug is prescribed not only as a sedative, but also to stabilize a woman’s condition with hypertension, to stimulate coronary blood flow, and to eliminate insomnia.
Persen Knight - capsules additionally contain passionflower extract with a pronounced hypnotic effect. Persen night during pregnancy is prescribed to eliminate insomnia.

Important! The dosage form of Persen is chosen depending on the general health of the pregnant woman and her psycho-emotional background.

Contraindications

"Persen" is contraindicated in pathological conditions, which the drug can intensify and cause negative consequences. These include:

Allergy and hypersensitivity to the components of the medication.
Lactose intolerance.
Severe hypotension.
Cholelithiasis.
Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum.
Bronchial asthma.

Instructions for use

In most cases, Persen is prescribed during pregnancy from the 2nd trimester. The drug is taken in accordance with the recommended dosage, without violating the treatment regimen. This eliminates the development of adverse reactions and complications.

During the gestational period, Persen can be prescribed if the following pathologies and conditions occur:

sleep disturbance;
hyperexcitability;
irritability;
early toxicosis;
anxiety;
overvoltage;
stress;
as part of complex therapy for threatened miscarriage.

During pregnancy, sedatives are taken according to strict indications and under the supervision of an obstetrician-gynecologist. The dosage of Persen in this period is selected individually, taking into account the diagnosis.

The treatment regimen is also determined by the dosage form of Persen. If there are no other doctor’s recommendations, Persen is taken as follows:

Persen tablets - 3 tablets three times a day or 2 tablets once before bedtime. The course of treatment is from 14 days. Taking pills does not depend on food intake or time of day. The maximum dose per day is 12 tablets. If after two weeks there is no positive dynamics, Persen is canceled.
Persen Forte - 2 capsules twice a day for central nervous system irritation or 2 capsules before bed for insomnia. Course duration is 14-21 days.
Persen Knight - 1 capsule 40 minutes before bedtime. Treatment can last without time limits, but not less than 14 days.
Persen Cardio - 1-2 capsules per day an hour before meals. Course - 6 weeks.

Persen is not prescribed to pregnant women under the following conditions:

hypersensitivity to valerian, lemon balm and other components;
congenital lactose intolerance;
severe hypotension;
bronchial asthma;
depression and other diseases that depress the functioning of the central nervous system;
dysfunction of the biliary tract;
ulcer and erosion of the stomach.

The following complications may occur as a result of taking Persen during pregnancy:

spasm in the abdominal area;
worsening heartburn;
nausea;
dizziness;
drowsiness;
depression;
decreased performance;
weakness;
itching;
skin redness;
rash;
soft tissue swelling;
dermatitis;
constipation;
bronchospasm.

Persen is prescribed with caution to women with low blood pressure. Prescribing the drug aggravates the condition, which leads to hypotension, circulatory and metabolic disorders. Such changes negatively affect placental blood flow and provoke hypoxia in the fetus.

Exceeding the permissible dose of Persen leads to an overdose. It manifests itself with the following symptoms:

increased drowsiness;
severe weakness;
feeling of heaviness in the chest;
gagging;
spasms in the peritoneum;
headache;
dilated pupils;
decreased hearing and vision;
tachycardia;
fainting;
tremors or numbness of the limbs.

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After stopping the drug, the symptoms disappear after 24 hours. If improvement does not occur, the woman is advised to undergo hospitalization, gastric lavage and symptomatic treatment.

The period of carrying a baby in the womb is not always without exciting moments for the expectant mother, because during this period any responsible woman will worry about the results of important screenings, the successful course of pregnancy, and the intrauterine condition of the fetus. Many pregnant women are worried about the upcoming birth.

Almost all experts agree on the same opinion: excessive stress of the expectant mother can negatively affect the condition of the fetus in the womb, primarily due to hypoxia, which occurs when there is insufficient supply of oxygen and nutrients to the fetus’ body. If emotional stress cannot be avoided, a pregnant woman needs walking in the fresh air, rest, positive thoughts and emotions.

In the event that these measures do not provide the necessary sedative effect, the obstetrician-gynecologist supervising the pregnancy may recommend the use of sedatives of herbal origin. When choosing alternative medications, experts give preference to Persen. The use of sedatives and commonly prescribed phenobarbital-based drugs is strictly prohibited during pregnancy.

Side effects

Side effects are usually rare and disappear within 24 hours after stopping the drug. If a pregnant woman is prescribed Persen, she should take it with caution and carefully monitor her condition, as the following phenomena may occur:

Nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps.
Dizziness, drowsiness, weakness.
Allergic reactions: redness of the skin, itching, rash.
Bronchospasm.
Edema.
Constipation.

If there are any changes in the body, you should stop taking the medicine and discuss with your doctor the prescription of another remedy.

When is it indicated for use?

The medicine is prescribed for neuroses that do not need to be treated with potent drugs. Such diseases are accompanied by increased irritability, insomnia, background constant or frequent anxiety, and decreased attention.

Persen® may also be prescribed when stopping potent sedative medications in order to mitigate the negative effects. It helps quite well with VSD. It is also prescribed as a prophylactic for severe stress. And for pregnant women - to help the body suffering from hormonal imbalance, with severe toxicosis affecting the nervous system.

Analogs

If Persen is not suitable, you can try other herbal sedatives:

"Novo-passit".
"Anti-stress".
"Fitorelax".
"Motherwort".
"Valerian".

The main rule when choosing analogues is the absence of alcohol in the composition. It is better to purchase the product in the form of tablets or capsules, but only after agreeing on the choice with your doctor.

Prohibited sedatives during pregnancy

Barbituric acid preparations (Phenobarbital, Hexamidine) are strictly prohibited for use at any stage of pregnancy.
These drugs cause congenital malformations of the fetus, bleeding, and respiratory failure. Pregnant women are prohibited from using any tranquilizers, especially benzodiazepine derivatives (Phenazepam, Diazepam). Drugs in this group cause congenital malformations of the fetus and inhibit its nervous system. When taking benzodiazepines before childbirth, the child experiences shortness of breath, weak muscle tone, and low blood pressure.

At the same time, a woman during pregnancy needs to remain calm and do her best to avoid strong psychological shocks. This can be achieved by frequent walks in the fresh air and increasing rest time. But what to do if all this does not allow you to find the much-needed peace? In this case, it is allowed to take sedatives made on a plant basis. Persen is one of them.

Folk remedies and prevention

Folk recipes based on natural ingredients will help put the nervous system in order:

Herbal teas based on medicinal herbs: meadowsweet, lovage, valerian, motherwort, St. John's wort.
Relaxing baths with the addition of herbal infusions: valerian, motherwort, yarrow.
A mixture of honey, lemon, almonds and valerian tincture.
Tincture of lemon zest, motherwort juice and water.
Cucumber herb decoction.

Herbs can cause allergies or unexpected reactions of the body, so it is better for pregnant women to treat traditional medicine with caution and not self-medicate.

The best way to avoid nervous shocks are preventive measures:

If you are tired and irritated, you should change the type of activity, take a walk, breathe fresh air, and be distracted by some other pleasant activity.
Alternate mental and physical activity.
Drink 1.5-2 liters of clean water daily.
Maintain a sleep-wake schedule.
Ventilate the apartment, especially before going to bed.
Avoid chronic fatigue, know how to rest.
Avoid conflicts at work and at home, think more about your future child and motherhood in a positive way.
Get in a good mood, take more walks, be in nature.

Mood swings, insomnia, anxiety are normal phenomena during pregnancy. Most expectant mothers are able to cope with these changes on their own, but if the situation worsens and gets out of control, taking Persen will help improve the condition of the pregnant woman.

The medicine doesn't help

Sometimes it happens that Persen® does not cope with the task. Pregnant women complain that the problem of insomnia does not go away, as do nervousness, irritability and other unpleasant symptoms. According to doctors, this may have various reasons:

The remedy did not have time to work
. Most herbal preparations have a cumulative effect. In addition, they generally strengthen the nervous system and restore it, but such an effect takes time. For some, the first result occurs immediately, for others - after a couple of days, and for some pregnant women - after a week or even more. Let us remind you that the duration of the course is always determined by the doctor.
High expectations.
Persen® could work, but weaker or slower, and sometimes both, than the patient would like. This in itself can upset you and cause the condition to worsen. Therefore, while taking the medicine, try to relax and rest on your own. Meditation helps, even if it’s short, but walking in the fresh air, ventilating the room, massaging your feet or other parts of your body if possible. Sometimes warm milk or other drinks to which the body reacts neutrally-positively calm down quite well. Of course, in this case it will not be possible to say unambiguously what exactly worked – the medicine or the described actions in combination. But for a pregnant woman, her well-being should be more important, and not the desire to prove that the drug is not effective to the detriment of her own health and the condition of the child.
Irregularity of intake.
Persen®, like many other medications, helps with long-term systematic use. Disruption of the cycle can lead to a weakening of the effect.
Insufficient dosage.
Doctors may initially prescribe 1 capsule 1 time per day in the evening. But periodically the amount of medicine still needs to be increased.
Further deterioration of the condition
. Sometimes it happens that when taking Persen® there is an effect. It’s just that in reality the patient’s well-being worsened for various reasons, ranging from additional stress to hormonal imbalance. And since the medicine worked, subjectively in the end it seems that everything remained as it was, the drug did not give anything. Although without the use of the remedy the condition could have become even worse.
Use of other medications.
The interaction of Persen® with not all compounds has been studied in detail. Therefore, the effects can sometimes be unexpected. This is why you should not self-medicate.
Lack of efficiency.
Unfortunately, some pregnant women require quite strong tranquilizers and antidepressants. Persen® is not able to cope with truly serious cases. It can alleviate the condition in such situations, but even then not always. The decision on the provision of medical care, its nature and volume is made by the doctor.

As you can see, there are many reasons, they are all different. Sometimes you can observe a unique combination of several at once. In any case, if an allergy occurs to Persen®, or if the medicine does not have the desired effect for a long time, the doctor will stop it.

As mentioned above, mood swings during pregnancy are a normal condition for most women. Since the hormonal background is in revolt, the lady’s emotionality goes through the roof.

It’s just that women don’t arrive in a good mood so often; they are usually tormented by increased anxiety, tearfulness, and touchiness, which results in sleep problems and depression.

Such negative emotions and the general depressed state of the expectant mother can affect the development of the fetus. At the same time, a woman must understand that taking any chemical drugs, as well as tranquilizers, is unacceptable during such a difficult period of life.

During pregnancy, expectant mothers are allowed to take only natural sedatives: valerian, motherwort, mint, etc.

Recently, many doctors have prescribed Persen Forte as a sedative during pregnancy, since it is completely natural.

But it is worth noting that this remedy does not need to be taken in the first trimester of pregnancy, since it is during this period that all vital organs and systems are formed in the fetus. There is no data on how the drug can affect early fetal development. And in general, the instructions for use state that the effect on the body has not been studied; you can drink it only if the benefit to the woman outweighs the risk to the baby.

Features of taking the sedative "Persen Forte"

Doctors recommend that expectant mothers take a sedative before bed. According to experts, during pregnancy, taking Persen at night will eliminate anxiety, restlessness, and ensure healthy sleep. Some people will have a completely reasonable question: “Why use it before bed?”

The fact is that extracts of herbs such as lemon balm and valerian, which are part of the drug, can slightly slow down the reaction; they have a sedative effect.

Therefore, if you are going to spend the whole day on your feet away from home, it is better to refrain from sedatives. If you plan to sit at home, relax, or take an evening walk, but in the company of your beloved spouse or relatives, then you can take the product during the day, but no more than 1-2 capsules.

Another point that I would like to remind all pregnant women: never take medications without consulting a doctor, as this may be unsafe for your health and the development of the fetus. The best solution is to consult a doctor, to whom you should tell about your problems. And the specialist, in turn, will select the right dosage of Persen for you or recommend another medicine.

Sedatives while expecting a baby

Controversy continues around these measures: some consider them harmless, while others, on the contrary, can affect the development of the fetus. One way or another, it is up to every woman to accept them or not. Meanwhile, doctors are unanimous on one thing: taking drugs from the group of tranquilizers (drugs of chemical origin), especially in the first trimester, interfere with the normal development of the baby’s nervous system, which can cause neuralgia, hyperactivity syndrome, etc.

A great way to calm down is to walk in the fresh air, even better near a body of water. Watch your favorite movies, listen to melodious music, treat yourself to your favorite delicacy, spend more time with your loved one, listen to the doctor’s advice and you simply will not have a reason to worry.

Which sedatives are safe for pregnant women?

During pregnancy, a woman's body experiences extreme stress.
Changes occur in all systems, including the nervous one. This is due to the production of a large number of different hormones that affect not only the health, but also the mood of the expectant mother. Often in the first months of pregnancy, women are very irritable and even aggressive.

There is often a sudden change in mood. This raises the question of what sedatives can be used during pregnancy.

1. Valerian tablets. Valerian is one of the most inexpensive, but at the same time effective and completely safe remedies. It has an accumulating effect, so the dosage of the drug should be selected by a doctor.

Scientific studies have proven that the use of valerian is completely safe for both the expectant mother and the baby. Valerian has an excellent relaxing effect.

It can quickly eliminate the feeling of fatigue and stop attacks of anxiety.

2. Novopassit. This drug contains extracts of seven medicinal plants. Not all of them are safe during pregnancy. So Novopassit contains hop cones, which can have a negative effect on hormonal levels.

In addition, this product contains St. John's wort, which has long been notorious. Tests conducted on animals have proven that the use of St. John's wort can lead to the birth of a premature baby.

Such studies have not been conducted on humans, so it is impossible to speak unequivocally about the harm or benefit of St. John’s wort.

Novopassit should be used during pregnancy only for serious medical reasons and strictly under the supervision of the attending physician.

3. Persen. If there is a real threat to the health of the mother or child associated with an emotional state, then sometimes it is simply impossible to do without the use of a drug.

Most often, doctors choose Persen for these purposes. The instructions for the drug do not indicate any contraindications for use during pregnancy.

But no official clinical studies have been conducted on this matter, so it is impossible to talk about its complete safety.

An excellent alternative to medications are soothing teas. You can purchase ready-made mixtures in pharmacies, or you can prepare them yourself.

An excellent recipe would be a mixture of mint and lingonberry leaves, valerian roots, motherwort and viburnum berries. All ingredients must be mixed and poured with a small amount of boiling water.

After the herbs have infused, you can add a small amount of the product to regular tea. 10 grams of this infusion per day will be enough.

Drinking fireweed tea has an excellent effect. It is rich in vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system. In addition, it contains B vitamins, iron, manganese and amino acids, which improve metabolic processes in the body.

A distinctive feature of fireweed tea is that it does not have a hypnotic effect.

Despite the fact that this medicinal plant is completely harmless during pregnancy, you should not drink more than three cups of this tea per day.

1. Mint. This plant not only has a calming effect, it also has a beneficial effect on the gastrointestinal tract, eliminates headaches, and also reduces heart rate and increases appetite. But pregnant women should not indulge in this drink. During breastfeeding, it is necessary to avoid it altogether, as it reduces lactation.

You need to purchase mint for preparing a decoction only at a pharmacy. This is the only way you can be sure that it does not contain any chemical impurities and is completely safe.

2. Melissa. Externally, this plant strongly resembles mint, but has a pronounced lemon aroma. In addition to the sedative effect, it has an antispasmodic, analgesic and antipruritic effect. Melissa can be taken without fear during pregnancy.

To prepare the drink, just add lemon balm leaves when brewing regular green or black tea. It should not be taken by those who have an allergic reaction.

Despite all the benefits of such tea, you should not get carried away with it. This is due to the fact that lemon balm has a stimulating effect on the sex glands, which leads to hormonal imbalance.

3. Hawthorn. It is believed that hawthorn has an effect on the nervous system of the body. This opinion is wrong.

Substances contained in the leaves and fruits of hawthorn can increase blood circulation and heart contractions. The mild sedative effect of hawthorn is due to the fact that it reduces the excitement of the heart muscle.

In this regard, it is not advisable to use this plant as a sedative.