Last updated on jun 22 2020.
Baby orajel naturals teething tablets side effects.
Baby orajel teething medicine.
Apparently the active ingredient in baby orajel and anbesol is benzocaine a medication that numbs the area of application by blocking nerve signals to the brain.
Many parents reach for orajel or baby orajel which are teething gels that contain benzocaine and are designed to soothe sore gums.
The federal agency says most cases occur in children aged 2 or younger who were treated with a gel for teething discomfort.
Bluish colored lips fingernails or palms.
Most otc drugs are not reviewed and approved by fda however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable.
The fda says people who develop the condition may become pale or gray.
Although not all of these side effects may occur if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Cvs one of the drugstore chains that sold hyland s baby orajel naturals and its own version of the teething products pulled all of them from the shelves after the fda warning.