Description

Orajel Mouth Gel
Benzocaine 10% w/w
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you
This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use Orajel Mouth Gel carefully to get
the best results from it.

What is ORAJEL MOUTH GEL and what it is used for
The name of your medicine is Orajel Mouth Gel. It contains benzocaine at a concentration of 10% w/w.
Benzocaine belongs to a group of medicines called local anaesthetics. It provides relief by numbing the area and
therefore reducing the pain.
Orajel Mouth Gel is used to temporarily reduce the pain, tenderness and discomfort of mouth ulcers and from
wearing dentures.

Before you use ORAJEL MOUTH GEL
Do not use Orajel Mouth Gel:
• If you have had an allergic reaction to benzocaine or any of the ingredients in the gel particularly sorbic acid. An
allergic reaction may include a rash, stinging, swelling or itching. This product contains sorbic acid, which may
cause local skin reactions (eg contact dermatitis) and propylene glycol, which can cause skin irritation.
• If you have been told by your doctor that you have difficulty converting a component of your blood called
methaemoglobin to haemoglobin.
• In children below the age of 12 years
Taking other medicines
Do not use Orajel Mouth Gel if you are taking any antibiotics called sulphonamides, for example co-trimoxazole,
as benzocaine may prevent them from working well.
Please tell your doctor, pharmacist or dentist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines,
including medicines obtained without a prescription.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, make sure it is safe for you to apply Orajel Mouth Gel.
If you are unsure, talk to your pharmacist, doctor or dentist.
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How to use ORAJEL MOUTH GEL
If you are unsure, you should check with your doctor, pharmacist or dentist.
Avoid taking hot drinks whilst using Orajel Mouth Gel.
For adults and children 12 years and over, remove cap, cut open tip of tube and with a clean finger apply an
amount of gel the size of a green pea to the affected area.
Do not use in children below the age of 12 years.
You can use Orajel Mouth Gel up to a maximum of 4 times a day.
Remember:
Orajel Mouth Gel is intended for short-term use until you can get to a dentist. It should not be used continuously.
Do not use for more than 4 days at a time.
If the pain persists, consult your dentist.
If you use more Orajel Mouth Gel than you should
Contact your nearest hospital casualty department, doctor or dentist immediately.
Take this leaflet and any remaining gel with you to show the doctor or dentist.

Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Orajel Mouth Gel can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Stop using the gel and contact your doctor or dentist immediately if any of the following occur:
• an allergic reaction (burning, stinging, itching, redness, rash and/or swelling)
• skin irritation
• a condition called methaemoglobinaemia (difficulty converting a component of your blood called
methaemoglobin to haemoglobin).
If symptoms persist, or are severe, or are accompanied by fever, headache, breathlessness, nausea and vomiting,
consult a doctor.
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not
listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at
www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of
this medicine.

How to store ORAJEL MOUTH GEL
Keep this medicine out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use Orajel Mouth Gel if the tube or pack is damaged.
Do not use Orajel Mouth Gel after the expiry date which is stated on the pack.