Question 1

is it okay to take dulcolax while on amoxicillin, it's the talc in the medication safe to consume?

Accepted Answer

Stool softener: Dulcolax is a stool softener. Some antibiotics, like amoxicillin, can cause diarrhea. I would not recommend taking them both. If there is talc, in a commercial medical product, I think it would be safe to use. You may want to consult your primary care physician regarding both.

Question 2

how to find if i'm allergic to talc?

Accepted Answer

You Are Not: You cannot be allergic to non-biological molecules.  Talc is a type of mineral and therefore you cannot develop antibodies to it and so you cannot be allergic to it.  It can cause sneezing and irritation if inhaled but this is due to stimulation of irritant receptor nerves in the nose.

Question 3

what is talc versus cornstarch powder?

Accepted Answer

See below: Talc is an impure mineral whereas cornstarch is complex sugarfrom corn kernels.  Both are used on skin as a drying agent.  Concern has been raised about talc in that it may cause lung problems if inhaled and may slightly increase risk of ovarian cancer in women who use it to prevent recurrent yeast infections. Although asbestos is naturally found in talc, home care products should be asbestos-free

Question 4

is there talc in cornstarch baby powder?

Accepted Answer

Generally not: The contents of these product varies with who produces them. Some have additives like vitamins &amp; aloe but talc is avoided.

Question 5

i crave baby powder it doesn't matter whether is cornstarch or talc. the craving is getting worse with each passing day. can this be harmful?

Accepted Answer

Pica: Pica describes a disorder that causes your body to crave items and substances with no nutritional value. The most common cravings are for dirt and chalk. 25 to 33 percent of all pica cases involve small children, 20 percent involve pregnant women and 10 to 15 percent involve individuals with learning disabilities. A small percentage of those affected have iron or vitamin d deficiency.
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Question 6

is talc 'extremely toxic'?

Accepted Answer

It is considered: Fairly harmless on skin and with ingestion. Here is the problem, when inhaled in significant quantities it can cause inflammation of respiratory system and can be a cause of acute death.  So, even if not intended, accidental inhalation can cause serious problems.

Question 7

what is the toxicity of talc in cosmetics?

Accepted Answer

Inhaled concerns: Talc is a foreign body that can cause scarring if enters the airway and lungs. Particularly there are numerous concerns with inhaling talc powder and the damage it can cause to the lungs. It also can cause scarring inside any body cavity.

Question 8

does talc help stop sweat abscess?

Accepted Answer

Baby powders: Certainly trying to improve bodily hygiene should reduce the incidence of boils, abscesses and skin irritation. I'm not sure though I can fully recommend talc, as there are concerns about longer term health effects with those products. Keeping 'dry' and practicing good hygiene (frequent showers/baths) should reduce the germ counts on your skin that can cause these types of troubles. See dematology

Question 9

should we stop using deodorant with talc? (after the johnson and johnson trial)

Accepted Answer

Personal choice: Many talc-free deodorant options exist. I personally have no concerns and use many talc containing products. We can't equate a lawyer winning a lawsuit as the equivalent of scientific proof that something is harmful, especially when plenty of evidence exists to suggest that harm is overblown at worst and non-existent at best.  Most juries have very poor understanding of science and statistics.

Question 10

i was done talc pleurodesis procedure 2 weeks ago but now i'm having breathing problem. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

: It means the procedure likely fails and fluid accumulates again. You need a chest X-ray to confirm or rule out the recurrence of pleural effusion. Good luck.

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Is it okay to take dulcolax while on amoxicillin, it's the talc in the medication safe to consume?

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How to find if i'm allergic to talc?

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What is talc versus cornstarch powder?

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Is there talc in cornstarch baby powder?

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I crave baby powder it doesn't matter whether is cornstarch or talc. the craving is getting worse with each passing day. can this be harmful?

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Is talc 'extremely toxic'?

A member asked:

What is the toxicity of talc in cosmetics?

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Does talc help stop sweat abscess?

A member asked:

Should we stop using deodorant with talc? (after the johnson and johnson trial)

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I was done talc pleurodesis procedure 2 weeks ago but now i'm having breathing problem. what could it be?

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