how does listerine work?

Question

Hi I have tonsilstones i just taste it in my troat ?Noise air stinks too?What can I use?Does listerine antiseptic work?Its desroying me help please

Answer 1

Antiseptic: Listerine works based on the 'essential oils' it contains. These essential oils act as an antiseptic to kill off the bacteria in the mouth that cause tooth decay and gum disease. Listening is a good product, but it should be used in addition to brushing, not instead of brushing. Also, smokers should use an alcohol-free listerine if that is the brand of mouthwash they choose.

Answer 2

Kills bacteria: The alcohol in listerine kills bacteria.

Answer 3

A little is OK: You really shouldn't swallow listerine on a regular basis. But if you happen to accidentally swallow a bit you should be fine. People who are alcoholics have been known to drink scope when they can't get any of their regular stuff. Listerine has ingredients other than scope that would probably cause liver and/or kidney damage if you drink enough of it.

Answer 4

Read the ingredients: Why would you want to swallow that stuff? I'm a dentist and i don't even know what's in it. Undoubtedly, it's not good to swallow, and nobody would recommend that you do that.

Answer 5

Yes, but...: Listerine like any other oral health product is tested clinically before releasing it to the public. The studies use certain parameters (such as using the mouth rinse for 30 seconds). Yes it starts the moment the chemistry begins working, but you may not achieve the results achieved in the clinical tests (the full claimed benefits on the packaging) if you don't follow the directions exactly.

Answer 6

Less effective: The active ingredients in listerine will still kill some of the bacteria in your mouth, but using it for the full length of time recommended by the manufacturer is the best way to ensure it is as effective as possible. They did a lot of research to come up with it!

Answer 7

Might get sick: Depends on how much. It can be up to 19% alcohol, so not so good. The mix of everything might give you a stomach problem or cause you to vomit ... Or it might do nothing. If you have swallowed a small amount, probably nothing. More, then i would drink lots of water to dilute it . Can't speak from personal experience. Might look at the bottle or check web site.

Answer 8

How much ?: A tiny bit is non-toxic. An entire bottle could be problematic. Call their hotline and speak to a rep who can answer your question in further detail.

Answer 9

What is Overdose?: It all depends on what you mean by od. If you mean stop breathing and die then the answer is no.

Answer 10

Breath strips: I believe they may contain phenylalanine which you do not want to od on so don't overdo it.

Answer 11

Addict: You are an alcoholic. I say that without malice or judgement. But this is no different than any other alcoholic looking for a buzz from some other odd products. Pease get to your doctor to discuss or find a.A.

Answer 12

How much, how often: If you use listerine to gargle with and you swallow a little this is no big deal, but if you use it to get drunk, it is a big problem and you need help.

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