When you're struggling to conceive, it can be incredibly difficult to contend with the sheer volume of information dispensed by both experts and well-meaning friends and relatives.

If, however, you're still open to alternate options then it may be worth considering the role cough syrup – or more specifically a particular ingredient contained within the syrup - can play in a woman's fertility.

In the same way cough syrup loosens mucus in the lungs, active ingredient, guaifensin, also loosens and thin cervical mucus making it easier for sperm to reach an egg.

However, as safe dosages and preferred timings have yet to be established, experts in the field have created new products which aim to render the same results in a safe and easy fashion.

Opting to use N-Acetyl Cysteine as opposed to guaifenesin in Prep Preg for example, experts have espoused the values of the market's new product, with Preg Prep co-founder, Dr Lara Obole asserting: “It's extremely safe and with no side effects .”

Eager to remind the public that cough syrup ingredient, guaifenesin, can be unsafe for pregnant women, Dr Oboler, who herself struggled to conceive, explains that taking cough syrup in an effort to conceive may prove dangerous if already pregnant, but unaware of the development.

Further to this, Dr. Oboler stresses the importance of understanding the specific role of the new drug, explaining: “This is not for infertility. This is for women who are ready to get pregnant and this tries to nudge nature along and give them the best shot.”

Reminding the public of the importance of seeking medical attention if concerned by possible fertility problems, she continues: “If you have a medical problem or you've been trying for six months, you should see a doctor.”

Experts explain that the new drug can be taken two days before ovulation, but should not be viewed as a cure for infertility.

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