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Can the muscle rub cream harm your baby if your pregnant?

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For definite check -: With your ob, but i don't think so. Any topical med when applied, does get absorbed into the body but in a very very small amounts. May be applying it not more than twice ; in small amount would be helpful. But check with your OB for the specific cream you intend to use. Good luck.

Answered 6/10/2014

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