In summer, there will always be a lot of mosquitoes, especially at night, many friends will be bitten by mosquitoes, causing difficulty sleeping. Pregnant women also prefer to use mosquito coils during pregnancy. So, can pregnant women light mosquito coils while sleeping at night? How to choose mosquito coils? Next, the editor will provide a detailed introduction for everyone.
Can pregnant women light mosquito coils when sleeping at night
For pregnant women, mosquito coils should be used with caution. The smoke burned by mosquito coils contains ultrafine particles, and the amount of particles released from one coil of mosquito coils is the same as the amount burned from 4-6 packs of cigarettes Once the ultra-fine particles contained in the smoke burned by mosquito coils are inhaled into people's lungs, they may cause asthma in the short term, leading to breathing difficulties, headaches, eye pain, suffocation, nausea, and other symptoms Use mosquito repellent incense to repel mosquitoes. It is best to place the incense in the ventilation opening and use a small half plate at a time. Do not light a large plate until dawn Wash your hands quickly after coming into contact with mosquito coils to avoid residual ingredients on your hands The best time to use mosquito coils is around 7 pm at night Pregnant women should avoid using mosquito coils and switch to mosquito nets instead You can also place a few boxes of uncovered cooling oil and menthol in the bedroom, or set up one or two pots of blooming night jasmine, jasmine, Milan, mint, or roses. Mosquitoes will avoid them because they cannot tolerate their scent.
How to choose mosquito repellent incense
There are various mosquito prevention and control products on the market, how should consumers choose? Chemical mosquito control products on the market can be roughly divided into two categories: mosquito coils; One type is repellents. These two types of products generally contain trace amounts of hygiene insecticides such as mosquito repellent amine or mosquito repellent ester, and belong to micro toxic products.
Mosquito coil products include disc mosquito coils, electric mosquito coils, electric mosquito coil liquid, etc. When purchasing such products, pay attention to whether there are "three certificates" on the packaging box: "Pesticide Production License, Pesticide Registration Certificate, Pesticide Standards", as well as the toxicity level. Only when it reaches the "low toxicity" or "slight toxicity" standard can it be used.
According to the Regulations on Pesticide Management, all substances classified as pesticides must undergo strict efficacy and toxicology testing in accordance with national standards before entering the market for sale. After comprehensive evaluation, those who meet the conditions will obtain "three certificates" such as pesticide registration certificate. The certificate number can be searched online to prevent counterfeit products. If there is no certificate number or the certificate number does not match, it may be an illegal product. In addition, if the product expires, its safety cannot be guaranteed.
For repellent products such as mosquito repellent, mosquito repellent lotion, mosquito repellent cream, mosquito repellent aerosol, and mosquito repellent spray. These products are usually applied to exposed areas of the human body, and the mosquito repellent effect should last for more than 6 hours. In addition to toxicity testing, mosquito repellent products must also undergo biological testing and meet national standards. If the required effect cannot be achieved, consumers can file a complaint. Repellents can be widely used and need to be equipped for use in areas where mosquito borne infectious diseases such as malaria are prevalent.
The above is some information about using mosquito coils for pregnant women that the editor has introduced to you. I hope it will be helpful to you. Strictly speaking, pregnant women should not use mosquito coils. Mosquito coils can have a relatively adverse effect on the unborn baby. Pregnant women should do a good job of repelling mosquitoes and placing mosquito nets when sleeping at night.
