Safe to Use Orajel?

Saha1127

I'm going to confirm this with my pedi. But I just heard that it's not safe to use orajel for teething bc too much orajel could move to the back of their throat, numbing it, becoming a choking hazard.

Have others' pedis warned against using orajel?

CoastieWife08

Saha1127:

I'm going to confirm this with my pedi. But I just heard that it's not safe to use orajel for teething bc too much orajel could move to the back of their throat, numbing it, becoming a choking hazard.

Have others' pedis warned against using orajel?

Ours did for this exact reasoning. We don't use it.

iHeartJoe

personally i think if you're careful enough you can avoid such a situation. i test all ds's meds first, same for the orajel. we've used it and i honestly don't think it worked terribly well anyway--it was great for about 15 mins before the numbness totally wore off.

Feb32005

Ours warned us, but we still use it occasionally.

I try not to use it too often, but when I do I just put a little dab on my finger and make sure to rub it onto DS's gum really well.

helovesducatis

Our pedi told us not to use it within 30 mins of a nap or bedtime, and to avoid it right before BFing.

chibride4

I've heard of one horror story and that was enough to convince me not to use it. Baby Motrin and a cold washcloth work just as well. Our nanny recommends Ambisol, but I haven't bothered to look into it.

FutureMrs.Brady

I've used it on DD when she was unable to console and waiting for tylenol/motrin to kick in. I only use a tiny bit and when you can see the teeth under the gum. HTH!

Tess12

We don't use it anymore, but we've noticed that just massaging her gums helps just as much as the orajel used to.

Temp174496125006552

I will not use it for this very reason.  IMO, it's not worth the risk.

Google Gentle Naturals Homeopathic Teething Drops.  We've used them and they work great.  I got it @ Target and it's like $5.00.

teach2183

My pedi suggested orajel, but I won't use it.  I have heard the stories of it numbing the throat.  It probably wasn't used properly in those situations - ie feeding afterwards, but that doesn't matter to me.  We just distract DD during the day and give her motrin at night if necessary.

Luckystar2

Our pedi office says no.