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Posted On : 04 Mar 2008

How safe are the mosquito repellants for men,children, neonates ?

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ridha

it is not safe

17 years ago

DR.N.P.VISWANATHAN

NOT SAFE

17 years ago

vijayaraj srini

very safe

17 years ago

hesham

THE REPELLLANT IS SAFE

17 years ago

pediatriconcall

Mosquito repellents containing DEET {10 Percent} or citronella are used in children. Excess use of DEET can cause adverse effects. Baygon in excess dose is harmful as it may lead to poisoning. There have been studies that show that prolonged use of mosquito mats {coils and mats using Allethrin -a synthetic pyrethroid} can lead to corneal damage, shortness of breath, asthma and even damage liver in the long run. Infants exposed to mosquito repellent mats have been known to suffer from convulsions. Always use mosquito repellents with caution in children.

17 years ago

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