Question 1

pregnant women can use orajel?

Accepted Answer

Not in excess: And consult with your obgyn and dentist.  Hope this helps.

Question 2

orajel ok to use while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Sure.: Benzocaine is the main ingredient of orajel; when used within reason (not excessive amounts, nor for too long) it is expected to be safe for use during pregnancy and lactation. Pregnancy category c, no human or animal studies available.

Question 3

is it safe to use the oral pain medication orajel while you are pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Orajel is the same as topical anesthetic which is often used as an numbing agent prior to injections of local anesthetic. It penetrates only the outer most layer of the gum tissue. Used sparingly, it should not travel systemically in which case it should be safe to use. Pregnant patients with necessary dental work receive not only topical anesthetic but local anesthetic as well.

Question 4

my wisdom tooth is coming out and it's painful. i'm 7weeks pregnant. what can i use for pain relief ? orajel?

Accepted Answer

Oragel or Tylenol (acetaminophen): Tylenol (acetaminophen) is generally considered safe in pregnancy. Oragel would be ok as well.

Question 5

i'm  15 weeks pregnant my wisdom teeth are hurting and keeps me up some nights and sometimes during the day is it safe to use orajel?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You really should see you dentist.  The orajel will only get mild relief and is noet much help

Question 6

i am 14 weeks pregnant i have a bad tooth ache is orajel safe to use? drug facts it's says benzocaine 20% and benzalkonium chloride 0.1 %

Accepted Answer

No problems: Orajel should be safe to use during pregnancy.

Question 7

i am 16 week pregnant, i have canker sore in my throat, is it safe orajel for my baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No problem with this. Do not overdo it because you may make it worse. Warm salt water rinses (1 tsp/8oz ) 4-5 times a day really help. Dry the area with a Q-tip first then apply oragel or baby oragel with a Q-tip. Good Luck. Good to consider the effects on your baby.

Question 8

diet for pregnant women?

Accepted Answer

Low carb/low sugar: A diet low in sugar and carbs will minimize weight gain and the size of the baby.  It will also decrease the risk of gestational diabetes.

Question 9

how should pregnant women eat?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy: About 300 more calories a day, you do not eat for 2 people, that's a myth.

Question 10

why do pregnant women crave pickles ?

Accepted Answer

Not all do: Some women have strange food cravings during pregnancy. There is not a good scientific evidence for this.

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