Question 1

is it safe to use benzethonium chloride (such as wet ones wipe) on 1-month old infant boy's face? he got acne and dr suggested antibacterial soap, but it was hard to apply. i am thinking of using just water and then wipe with wet one without rinse.

Accepted Answer

Maybe, but why...: Why look at it that way? Maybe it has nothing to do with bacteria. Babies have no bacteria before birth. In vaginal deliveries, babies are coated with Mom's vaginal and poop bacteria (is nature's design). Note that C-section babies miss this oppornity. Babies must get natural bacterial to have normal health. After birth, a baby's hormonal balance changes, which is in part responsible for rashes.

Question 2

is grapefruit seed extract without benzethonium chloride and no synthetic preservatives safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

No clinical trials: There aren't any clinical trials showing that grapefruit seed extract is safe in pregnancy, so its difficult to know for sure.  Some seeds of fruits are dangerous though.  For example apple seeds contain small amounts of the poison cyanide.

Question 3

is the antiseptic benzethonium chloride found is most  vaginal powders harmful to vagina or reproductive organs?

Accepted Answer

Should be safe: If the powder is formulated to be  a vaginal powder, it has a safe concentration of the substance.  Now, with the caveat that anyone can be allergic to anything, overall benzethonium chloride is a very safe topical antiseptic.  If you develop an irritant dermatitis, then just stop the use.

Question 4

had an allergic reaction to methyl prednisone severe burning and itching.started a week after. another week has past and reaction is still going on. been off of drug for a week.how to get this drug out of my system?

Accepted Answer

: The drug already is "out of [your] system". But it takes a lot longer for allergy symptoms to clear up, maybe up to a couple of weeks.

Question 5

will metronidazole show up in a lab urine drug test. i was told it has methyl in it therefore it's shows up in a lab drug test for amphetamines??

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Haven't seen reports of metronidazole (Flagyl) causing false positive drug screens for amphetamine or methamphetamine. That said, there are some prescription and some over-the-counter drugs that do sometimes cause false positive drug screens.

Question 6

what is methyl salicylate used for?

Accepted Answer

Wintergreen.: It is used as an ingredient in topical pain relieving liniments such as BEN- Gay. It is also used as a flavoring agent and insect control.

Question 7

i'm on methyl prednisone and cefdinar can i get drunk safely?

Accepted Answer

Medicine and alcohol: It is always advisable to be careful with medication and alcohol. Alcohol can decrease the effectiveness of the medication or increase the drug level. It is best to not mix alcohol with medications.

Question 8

what tests would help diagnose a methyl cycle disorder or methyl cycle dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Several: There are several, and the tests ordered depend  on what your doctor suspects might be going on with you.  One that's extremely important in people with depression is testing for any changes in the mthfr (methylene-tetra-hydro-folate (folic acid)-reductase) gene.  Certain polymorphisms in that gene lead to problems making active folate (folic acid) from precursors.  This can lead to treatment resistance in depression.

Question 9

what supplements should i not take if i am taking methyl multi supplement?

Accepted Answer

: Your pharmacist may be able to give you information about this supplement. Most physicians don't endorse the use of these supplements as they are not fully investigated by the FDA and,thus,their claims of efficacy aren't validated.

Question 10

could 5-methyl-7-methoxyisoflavone cause any hormonal imbalances in a 17yo man?

Accepted Answer

: It may affect your hormonal balance, I do not recommend its use. If you want to build your muscles, eat more protein instead.

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A member asked:

Is it safe to use benzethonium chloride (such as wet ones wipe) on 1-month old infant boy's face? he got acne and dr suggested antibacterial soap, but it was hard to apply. i am thinking of using just water and then wipe with wet one without rinse.

A member asked:

Is grapefruit seed extract without benzethonium chloride and no synthetic preservatives safe during pregnancy?

A member asked:

Is the antiseptic benzethonium chloride found is most vaginal powders harmful to vagina or reproductive organs?

A member asked:

Had an allergic reaction to methyl prednisone severe burning and itching.started a week after. another week has past and reaction is still going on. been off of drug for a week.how to get this drug out of my system?

A member asked:

Will metronidazole show up in a lab urine drug test. i was told it has methyl in it therefore it's shows up in a lab drug test for amphetamines??

A member asked:

What is methyl salicylate used for?

A member asked:

I'm on methyl prednisone and cefdinar can i get drunk safely?

A member asked:

What tests would help diagnose a methyl cycle disorder or methyl cycle dysfunction?

A member asked:

What supplements should i not take if i am taking methyl multi supplement?

A member asked:

Could 5-methyl-7-methoxyisoflavone cause any hormonal imbalances in a 17yo man?

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