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Is it safe to eat KY Jelly?

Is it safe to eat KY Jelly?

It is water based and considered non-toxic. Accidental ingestion of KY Jelly usually doesn’t cause symptoms. If a large amount is swallowed, there can be a laxative effect as it passes through the system resulting in a loose stool. If you find your child ingesting KY jelly or similar lubricant, do not panic.

Is it safe to eat lube?

Small and unintentional ingestion of a personal lubricant is unlikely to cause anything beyond mild stomach upset. If swallowed, oil-based lubricants can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If some enters the airway (aspiration), this can cause choking, coughing, and other respiratory problems.

Is there any edible lubricant?

Delicious Flavor: Tastes like the real thing, Wet Fruit Flavored Edible Lubricants are a fun way to introduce oral sex to a partner who might be a little hesitant. These edible lubes are formulated to indulge guilt free. These delicious flavors taste just like the real thing, with no artificial aftertaste.

Why does KY Jelly burn?

Parabens are added to many body products as a preservative, and glycerin is added to lubes to make them slippery. Some people are sensitive to one or both of these ingredients, and when people describe a “burning sensation” when using a particular type of lube, I often suggest trying a brand that’s paraben-free.

Why is KY Jelly used?

KY Jelly is sterile, greaseless, transparent and water soluble, designed to be non-irritant. It is particularly suitable in electrotherapy, cystoscopic work, digital examinations and for vaginal lubrication to reduce vaginal dryness.

Does K-Y jelly expire?

Personal lubricants (like K-Y) often do not have an expiration date o them, because the shelf life is expected to b >5 years. They are water and glycerine-based, and typically do not spoil, and are treated with a mild anti-bacterial to prevent infection.

Does KY jelly have side effects?

Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.