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Should I take antipyrine/benzocaine/glycerin dehydrated if I am pregnant?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Stacy Wiegman, PharmD
Pharmacy
Experts do not know if antipyrine/benzocaine/glycerin can harm your unborn baby. No studies have been done either in animals or in pregnant women. Therefore, pregnant women should not use this medication unless clearly needed. If you are pregnant or become pregnant while using antipyrine/benzocaine/glycerin, tell your doctor.

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