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Listerine

Although Listerine is a household name as a mouthwash, it was originally developed as a surgical antiseptic. Joseph Lister developed Listerine for the operating room in 1879. It did not become an over the counter oral care item until 1914.

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Can listerine poison a person?

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Asked by Wiki User

only if you swallow too much of it.

What should you do if you spray listerine pocket mist into your eyes?

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Asked by TenshiAzure

...i did it in class dont try it its not worth it i did it cause my friend came out of nowhere and sprayed it in my eyeball, it burns wash ur eyes out and blink alot.....and dont get it in ur eyes ^_^

What happens if you drink a whole bottle of listerine?

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You'll either die painfully or poo you're intestines out & die painfully - Dr.Brint

What mouth wash is safe for kids to use?

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yes their is it is called Act Liquid Anticavity Fluoride Treatment Rinse for Kids about 3$

How does listerine work?

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Listerine, named after the British surgeon Joseph Lister, is mouthwash that kills 99.9% of bacteria in your mouth. Listerine mostly uses its high alcohol concentration to kill bacteria. Yet, some say it kills 0% instead.

Does listerine total care contain alcohol?

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Really, any mouthwash is safe to use.

In my opinion, no! Most alcohol-based mouthwashes are too harsh for the mouth & gums. Try get your hands on a good TEA TREE or ALOE VERA mouthwash. ALOE DENT is a great one, I use it all the time with great results! It is all natural, with absolutely no nasty ingredients. They make toothpastes too! Should be available in most healthfood stores or at least available to order from your local one. :)

Why does Listerine burn so much in your mouth?

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Mouthwash burns because of the high concentration of alcohol. The tiny nerve openings in the mouth receive the stinging fell from the alcohol because it is killing cells inside the mouth. Don't worry, mouth wash is safe

What company owns listerine?

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Johnson & Johnson

Can I refill Listerine pocket mist with regular Listerine mouth wash?

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Yes, search youtube for instructions. I refill mine.

Can you give a dog Listerine?

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Asked by Bahuaud

I would say no, because you arent suppose to swallow it and dogs would swallow the listerine...

What effect does listerine whitening have on teeth?

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Yes! It contains CPC (cetylpyridinium chloride), which stains your teeth. Sadly it has happened to too many of us.

Who is the actress in the listerine whitening commercial?

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I would like to know the same thing the women eating the hot dog at the end who is that

Is Listerine a acid or base?

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Mouthwash is a 5.33 on the pH scale, the closer you get to 1 the more acidic, such as Dr-Pepper, or any other cola. However, as you get more to 14 you'll find such things as detergent, and dish soap, all the way to lye. So all in all Mouthwash is slightly acidic, closer to 7 on the pH scale which is considered to be neutral. For example; Pure water is neutral on the pH scale.

Correct Answer:Mouthwash is a base or alkali. When I was doing a science project I ran an experiment trying to find pH of many different substances and when I did mouthwash, I got a pH of 8. Mouthwash has to be alkali because it neutralises the acids produced by bacteria in your mouth.

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Does Listerine remove dandruff?

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Asked by ILoveChihuahuas2

why put mouthwash in your hair when you could buy a product for the same price?

Do listerine stips help pass a saliva drug test?

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Short answer... I have no idea. But I've been looking on the web for products that claim to pass the test. From what I've read, these products such as "ultra wash toxin cleansing mouthwash" stop you from salivating and if you cant salivate then you cant show any traces within your saliva, if you know what I mean. anyhow, the following ingredients are found in one of the mouthwashes that claim to detox your tounge... Water, Glycerin, Magnesium Sulfate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride, Witch Hazel, Aloe Vera, Boron Citrate, Lithium Sulfate, Peppermint, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate I don't know about about the listerine strips, but listerine doesn't contain these ingredients. Further, listerine strips are likely to contain ethanol like the mouthwash and could put you at risk for blood alcohol levels. So, do they work? My guess is unlikely. I hope that helps! Dan

Does Listerine pocketmist have alcohol?

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Asked by Cowdood24

Yes listerine pocketmist does have alcohol-

Is Listerine safe during pregnancy?

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Yes, Listerine and other mouthwashes are perfectly fine as long as you follow the instructions; and even then, won't do much more than make you stomach a bit sore for a while.

What can I put on a chigger to heal it?

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A chigger bite is not actually a chigger in your skin. A chigger bite comes from the chigger larvae inserting digestive enzymes into your skin so it can suck your tissue easier, hence the red welts. You can try diaper cream, listerine mouthwash, alchol and other such home remedies. Make sure you take a warm shower immediately and scrub with soap and water to get the larvae off your skin before trying any remedy. I've also heard NIX (hair lice treatment) works quickly and very well. To prevent chigger bites, spray your clothes and skin with a DEET product before going into any thick brush or near trees and weeds in the spring as that's when they are feeding on anything walking by.

Can you get legally drunk on listerine?

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Yes it is possible to get drunk from drinking Listerine. However, it should be noted that mouthwash has been methylated to hinder human ingestion. Methanol is toxic and cannot be properly metabolized by the liver and can cause permanent blindness by damaging the optic nerve.

If you or someone you know is drinking mouthwash in order to get drunk please seek assistance. AA and Alanon are a good start.