Is Orajel good for tooth pain?

Is Orajel good for tooth pain?

Orajel Dental Gel delivers rapid, effective pain relief from toothache. The formulation, containing 10% w/w benzocaine, is ideal to temporarily reduce pain associated with a broken tooth or in a tooth that may require dental treatment. Orajel Extra Strength delivers rapid, effective pain relief from acute toothache.

Can Orajel worsen toothache?

For minor issues like this, Orajel is a great solution as it provides temporary relief. If you have a small cut or scrape in your mouth, then ask before using a pain relieving gel. This gel might work, but it might also irritate the cut and make the problem worse.

How long does it take for Orajel to work?

Traditional systemic painkillers can take up to 30 minutes to take effect, which doesn’t compare to the rapid relief provided by Orajel that works in a matter of seconds and last for several hours.

Is Orajel a painkiller?

Over-the-Counter Toothache Pain Relievers Orajel™ Toothache Pain Relief Gel, Cream, Strips, Liquid, and Swabs contain benzocaine, a topical pain reliever for temporary relief, that can be used by adults and be given to children 2 years of age and older.

What happens if you put too much Orajel?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. An overdose of benzocaine topical applied to the skin can cause life-threatening side effects such as uneven heartbeats, seizure (convulsions), coma, slowed breathing, or respiratory failure (breathing stops).

How do you get rid of a toothache ASAP?

Use over-the-counter pain medication. Using medications such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), and aspirin can relieve minor pain from a toothache. Using numbing pastes or gels — often with benzocaine — can help to dull the pain long enough for you to fall asleep.

How much Orajel do I apply?

With a clean finger or swab apply an amount of gel the size of a green pea into the tooth cavity. Use up to 4 times daily. Do not use continuously.

Can you sleep with Orajel?

Orajel™ PM 4X Medicated For Toothache & Gum Cream provides instant pain relief for severe toothaches and painful gums. The formula combines the power of four active ingredients plus chamomile for fast topical pain relief, so you can get a good night’s sleep.

Is it OK to swallow Orajel?

Avoid swallowing the gel, liquid, or ointment while applying it to your gums or the inside of your mouth. The throat spray or oral lozenge may be swallowed gradually during use.

Can you use Orajel and ibuprofen together?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between ibuprofen and Orajel.

Do you put Orajel on tooth or gum?

Adults and Children 2 Years of Age and Older: Apply a small amount of product to the cavity and around gum surrounding the teeth. Use up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor.