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I got vicksvapor rub in mouth and brushed teeth, used mouthwash but i still taste it n i feel it mentholin mythroat/stomach. dangerous? what do i do?
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Should pass: Soon. I don't think you've ingested any dangerous amounts.
Answered 1/2/2014
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Yuck: Bad taste. Vick's is formulated for outside, not inside, use only. Brush well. Floss. Rinse with water or any OTC mouthwash. Bad taste will disappear in a few hours. As to "dangerous," not if this is a one time occurrence. But don't do it again.
Answered 9/13/2018
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