orajel for gums

Orajel gum and mouth products may contain topical anesthetics and soothing agents. Some formulas list benzocaine (commonly at 20%), and others include menthol or an astringent. Separate training/children’s gels are often drug-free and list no active ingredient.

Orajel offers drug-free, benzocaine-free cooling gels formulated for infants and teething (some labeled for ages starting at 0 or 0–5). Stronger medicated gels and creams that contain benzocaine or other active ingredients are labeled for older children and adults (examples shown as ages 2, 12, or adult use).

Some Orajel topical products list a 20% benzocaine concentration and are marketed in multi-strength formulations (labeled as 3X or 4X medicated) intended to provide stronger topical relief.

Orajel products advertise cooling and soothing relief across formats: menthol is used for cooling in medicated gels and pens, and baby teething gels provide an instant cooling sensation with separate daytime and nighttime formulas (the night formula includes chamomile).

Labels advise keeping products out of reach of children, include age-specific warnings (for example, restrictions for children under certain ages), and note usage limits such as not using topical medication for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor.

Orajel mouth sore and rinse products are described as antiseptic formulations intended to kill or help kill harmful bacteria and to promote healing of canker sores, gum irritation, cheek bites, and denture-related irritation.