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Allergic To SLS. Want Prostate Drug In Tablet Form That Does Not Contain SLS

Hello, I have been on prescriptions for an enlarged prostate for almost 2 years. I suffered no side effects until 16 August 2013 when I was rushed to A & E with hugh swelling of the tongue , neck and bronchial tubes . I was given 3 injections and within 2 hours was back to normal. It appears that I have suddenly become allergic to sodium lauryl sulfate, (SLS). It was in my toothpaste. Now I use a brand that does not contain SLS. However, now I find that SLS is present in the capsule of my prostate drug. Are you aware of a prostate drug that comes in tablet form and does not contain SLS. Regards, Alan Harrison
Thu, 19 Sep 2013
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Hi, though the drug contains SLS, it didn't show any side effects, as it passes to the stomach, intestines, and go through many reactions and changes to its structure and metabolized in the liver so it appears that the metabolites are not showing reaction to you, so don't worry. Thank you.
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Allergic To SLS. Want Prostate Drug In Tablet Form That Does Not Contain SLS

Hi, though the drug contains SLS, it didn t show any side effects, as it passes to the stomach, intestines, and go through many reactions and changes to its structure and metabolized in the liver so it appears that the metabolites are not showing reaction to you, so don t worry. Thank you.