What medications are used to treat teething pain?
Some controversy surrounds the use of pain medicines. Medicines that can be placed on the gums Certain over-the-counter medicines can be placed directly on the gums to help relieve pain. They contain medications that temporarily numb the gum tissue. They may help for brief periods of time but have a taste and sensation that many children do not like. It is important not to let the medicine numb the throat because that may interfere with the normal gag reflex and may make it possible for food to enter the lungs. For this reason, many doctors/dentists do not recommend the use of these medications. While some parents endorse topical medicines, studies have not consistently shown a benefit. Orajel, Hyland’s Teething Tablets and Humphries tablets are examples over-the-counter preparations. Alcohol should never be used to numb the gums. Medicines that are taken by mouth to help reduce the pain Acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) can also help with pain. Ibuprofen should no
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