Nat has developed an ulcer on her lower lip. Cause might be due to hot food or accidental biting during mealtimes. It has been about 4 days since we discovered the ulcer. Am really tempted to place some salt to kill off the bacteria but this would instill quite a bit of pain.. not sure if she could take it. Anyway been googling on other methods and it seems that commercial products do have their side effects. Below is an extract, am keeping it as a reminder..
Active Ingredient
•The active ingredient in Baby Orajel, in any form, is benzocaine. Benzocaine is a commonly used pain reliever, because it numbs nerve endings. Parents need to check what the active ingredient is in any medication they give their children because it is that ingredient that will most likely cause a reaction.
Serious Side Effect of Benzocaine
•Benzocaine has been linked to a condition called methemoglobinemia. This is when there is too much hemoglobin in a person's red blood cells. According to the FDA, this complication tends to only occur when the medication is used incorrectly, either from too large of a dose or if used for a longer period of time than recommended. If the patient gets a gray/blue skin color during use of this medication, it is possible that she has too much hemoglobin in her blood.
Swallowing Medication
•If while using Baby Orajel your baby gets hives, has difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, call 911, or your local emergency services, immediately. These side effects can be caused if your child is given too much Baby Orajel and swallows some, which could numb his throat.
Other Common Side Effects
•Some side effects from Baby Orajel are not life threatening, such as a mild burning or itching to the area the gel is applied. Some children might get red in the area the gel is applied or white flakes will appear where the gel was applied. These side effects are not overly dangerous, but parents should stop treatment and discuss future use with their doctor before using Baby Orajel again.
That's good to know.
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ReplyDeleteif your kid knows how to gargle, can try to dilute listerine in water & let her gargle. else, try some salt water (just in case she swallows).. it helps to kill germs & get rid of ulcer.
Thanks both for your comments. We tried applying manuka honey when she falls asleep and within the next 2 days her ulcer dried up. Pretty effective and there was no resistance from baby.
ReplyDeleteThis is good information that you provide us manuka honey .Honey is better for kids.I am also use honey for my daughter.Thanks for providing me information.
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