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Benzocaine (Oral Gel)

Temporarily numbs minor mouth pain; it does not treat the underlying cause.

Check the name, strength and form on your own prescription or package.

Brand
Orajel
Form
Topical oral anaesthetic gel
Guidance checked
2026-09-08

About this medication

Temporarily numbs minor mouth pain; it does not treat the underlying cause.

How to use it

Follow the exact product’s directions and age limits.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Ask about suitability in pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Before you use it

Do not use for children under two or infant teething. Avoid benzocaine allergy.

Possible side effects

Local irritation or allergic reactions may occur.

When to get help

Blue/grey skin, breathlessness, confusion or unusual weakness can indicate methemoglobinemia and require emergency help.

Other medicines and products

Review other anaesthetics and medicines before combining.

Missed doses, storage and accidental exposure

Follow your own product’s missed-dose instructions. If you are unsure, ask the Care365 clinical team before taking an extra dose. Contraceptives, injections and modified-release medicines may need a specific plan.

Keep the original packaging and follow its storage, expiry and disposal instructions. Keep medicines away from children and pets. Ask about refrigeration, after-opening limits and safe sharps disposal when relevant.

For suspected overdose or accidental swallowing, contact poison control or urgent medical care promptly. Call emergency services for breathing difficulty, collapse or a seizure.

References and product information

Sources checked .

Sources checked 2026-09-08. Safety sections are highlights; consult the full product information for complete warnings and instructions.

Check the Canadian Drug Product Database by product name or DIN for current product information.

For this guide, we could not identify a directly matching Pharmasist medication page. Check the exact name, strength and DIN on your product in Health Canada's Drug Product Database. A product monograph is the official detailed prescribing document when one is available for that product.

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