Question 1

is it bad to start vaping when you have no history of smoking? if i use 100% vegetable glycerin and use no nicotine in the mixture?

Accepted Answer

Not rec.: Vaping is not proven to be safe, although we do know that nicotine is definitely harmful. I would not recommend that you start vaping. Avoid second smoke exposure if you can.

Question 2

is vegetable glycerin safe for inhalation? like for vaporizers

Accepted Answer

Vegetable glycerin: The most common side effect of inhalation of e-liquid containing vegetable glycerin is a dry mouth, sore throat, and thirst. These symptoms usually last a few days as the body gets used to the vegetable glycerin. These symptoms can be lessened by drinking more water and liquids then usual.

Question 3

is vegetable glycerin safe for inhalation? as in use for vaporizers

Accepted Answer

Safe, but...: Vegetable glycerin itself is safe. What concerns me is that you want to smoke e-cigarettes(that is what you mean by "vaporizers", right? Please read this article from the American Academy of Pediatrics before you get into this habit. You obviously care for your health to ask the question. http://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/substance-abuse/Pages/E-cigarettes.aspx

Question 4

is vaping with 0mg nicotine safe while pregnant (to help ease the habit)? the ingredients are: water, propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin,& flavoring

Accepted Answer

Not recomended: inhaling aerosolized chemicals isnt best for you or for the baby. Vaping is a new product in the market and the effect on lungs/babies are still not fully understood. I would use this time to kick the habit to ensure that you give your baby the full potential to grow without interruptions by potential stressors like smoke

Question 5

glycerin usp bad for your teeth?

Accepted Answer

No: Glycerine is used in many medicinal forms/additive---as in artificial saliva, moisturizer in nasal sprays, and osmotic laxatives etc...Its use as an artificial saliva should infact have a protective effect on your teeth.
I am not a dentist, so you may want to consult your dentist for additional inforamation.

Good luck.

Question 6

is using glycerin suppositories chronically bad? i have chronic idiopathic constipation.

Accepted Answer

From Above: A better overall strategy is to help constipation " from above" so to speak.  Increased fluids, vegetables, salad, perhaps a daily spoonful of metamucil are all helpful.  Add in a daily dose of Miralax (polyethylene glycol) or mineral oil and you should be able to have soft daily stools.   Using glycerin suppository is safe, however, if the above strategies aren't helping.

Question 7

hi i've not had a bm in almost 9 days. i've  tried bisacadyl and now a glycerin suppository and all its done is give me really bad cramps! plz help?

Accepted Answer

Stop treatment:: I suggest the use of MiraLax, an osmotic laxative in powder form mixed with water- very effective and gentle. You must be seen and evaluated for chronic constipation.

Question 8

my son has major constipation issues. juice doesn't help nothing helps. are glycerin suppository bad for 10 week old?

Accepted Answer

Ok occasionally: OK if you are only using them a few times a month.  But he only needs a "sliver" of a pediatric suppository.   First, try everything else possible.  If breast feeding, try changing things in your own diet, like adding more fresh fruit/veg and less processed food.  If formula fed, try a new formula.  Add a 2-3 oz of water daily.  And some babies only poop every 3-4 days and that's normal for them!

Question 9

are glycerin suppository supposed to cause bad stomach cramps? i took half of one last week. safe to take another today? constipated and nothing works

Accepted Answer

Usually very mild: cramping.  If pain is severe there might be obstruction, see a doctor

Question 10

2 months child with oral infection shes irritated shes crying n always want something on her month be it the clothes she's wearing or her bottle,her tongue is very bad, i used glycerin n nystacid both didn't work. her tongue is always out. plz help?

Accepted Answer

Please see PCP: It is very important to ensure that the nasal passages are open and clear of mucus. Infants at this age breath through their noses. 
A swollen tongue may obstruct airflow. Please see your PCP. I would suggest a culture to better define the lesion.

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Is it bad to start vaping when you have no history of smoking? if i use 100% vegetable glycerin and use no nicotine in the mixture?

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Is vegetable glycerin safe for inhalation? like for vaporizers

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Is vegetable glycerin safe for inhalation? as in use for vaporizers

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Is vaping with 0mg nicotine safe while pregnant (to help ease the habit)? the ingredients are: water, propylene glycol, vegetable glycerin,& flavoring

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Glycerin usp bad for your teeth?

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Is using glycerin suppositories chronically bad? i have chronic idiopathic constipation.

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Hi i've not had a bm in almost 9 days. i've tried bisacadyl and now a glycerin suppository and all its done is give me really bad cramps! plz help?

A member asked:

My son has major constipation issues. juice doesn't help nothing helps. are glycerin suppository bad for 10 week old?

A member asked:

Are glycerin suppository supposed to cause bad stomach cramps? i took half of one last week. safe to take another today? constipated and nothing works

A member asked:

2 months child with oral infection shes irritated shes crying n always want something on her month be it the clothes she's wearing or her bottle,her tongue is very bad, i used glycerin n nystacid both didn't work. her tongue is always out. plz help?

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