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Can you use alcohol-containing mouthwashes while pregnant?
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Use as directed: Generally, as long as you limit use to a small amount twice a day and spit it all out i would not have you worry. If you are still worried then use a non alcohol mouth wash.
Answered 1/16/2014
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See below: As long as you are not swallowing it, there is not a problem.
Answered 6/9/2012
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