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I am almost 22 weeks pregnant and have severe leg cramps and sciatic pain. is it safe to use tiger balm? i am uncomfortable when trying to sleep.

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Dr. Peter Baumann answered

Not recommended: Tiger balm is not recommended to use in pregnancy.

Answered 1/19/2018

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