Mouth Gels

Products Mouth gels are available in pharmacies and drugstores from a variety of suppliers. Structure and properties An oral gel is a gel, that is, a gelled liquid prepared with appropriate gelling agents, which is intended for use in the oral cavity. The active ingredients it contains include, for example: Salicylates such as choline salicylate … Mouth Gels

Teething Discomfort

Background The first baby teeth usually appear between 6 and 12 months of age. Rarely, they erupt before 3 months of age or not until after 12 months of age. After 2 to 3 years at the latest, all teeth have erupted. Symptoms Numerous signs and symptoms are traditionally attributed to teething. However, a causal … Teething Discomfort

Violet Root

Products Violet roots are available in pharmacies or drugstores. Specialty retailers can order them from Dixa, Sahag or Hänseler, for example. The whole rhizome (Iridis rhizoma pro infantibus; violet root for children) is used, not the cut drug or powder. Effects Biting on the root has analgesic effects. The roots contain essential oils and have … Violet Root

Salicylamide

Products Salicylamide is contained in combination with dexpanthenol and lidocaine in Osa Tooth Gel (oral gel). Structure and properties Salicylamide (C7H7NO2, Mr = 137.1 g/mol) is an amide of salicylic acid. Effects Salicylamide (ATC N02BA05) has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. Indications For the local treatment of teething discomfort. Contraindications Hypersensitivity For complete precautions, see … Salicylamide