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What Causes Numbness In Upper Palate After Brushing With Benadryl Cream?

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Posted on Wed, 21 May 2014
Question: I accidentally put benadryl cream on my tooth brush and began to brush. Discovered it; spit a lot, rinsed a lot, re-brushed with toothpaste. That was 20 minutes ago. Upper palate is feeling a little numb. What should I do now?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Ivan Romich (21 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
hi and welcome to hcm

Detailed Answer:
it cant cause any serious effect especially if not swallowed. You did right thing,it just need to be washed well. You may experience some itchying or tingling sensation in mouth or have certain degree of nause,but as i said,it wont lead to any bad consequances. Wish you good health.regards
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What Causes Numbness In Upper Palate After Brushing With Benadryl Cream?

Brief Answer: hi and welcome to hcm Detailed Answer: it cant cause any serious effect especially if not swallowed. You did right thing,it just need to be washed well. You may experience some itchying or tingling sensation in mouth or have certain degree of nause,but as i said,it wont lead to any bad consequances. Wish you good health.regards