Is there a good alternative to Orajel?
35-year-old woman
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35-year-old woman · 7 years ago
My sister has a 5 month old daughter. She would like to know if there is an alternative to Orajel, recommended by pharmacists? Because of the swallowing reflex, she is afraid that Orajel will be harmful to her child when she swallows a little.
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
Hello,
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
Orajel is a good alternative to the medication used for pain relief (Tylenol, Advil, etc.). However, it is only an alternative. We should try these drugs first, and add Orajel when they are not enough.
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
I therefore recommend that you start by taking Tylenol for the toothache (or Advil/ibuprofen which lasts a little longer), and don't hesitate to serve him cold food even if it's the middle of winter!
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
If, and only if, these measures are not sufficient, then you can consider the Orajel.
35-year-old woman · 7 years ago
Thank you very much for your answer!
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
Also note that Orajel works best if you do not drink or eat within minutes of taking it. This will also reduce the risk of the child swallowing some of the medication that has not yet been absorbed.
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
It's a pleasure!
35-year-old woman · 7 years ago
Okay, noted. Thanks again.
35-year-old woman · 7 years ago
I'll tell my sister.
Alexandre Chagnon · 7 years ago
No problem! You can recommend that your sister come and ask those questions here directly if she has more questions about her daughter.
35-year-old woman · 7 years ago
Yes, good idea!
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