Orajel 3X Medicated For All Mouth Sores
Benzocaine, Menthol, Zinc Chloride · Gel · Topical
Active ingredient
Benzocaine 20% Menthol 0.1% Zinc Chloride 0.15%
Purpose
Oral pain reliever and Oral astringent
Uses
Use for the temporary relief of pain associated with canker sores, cold sores, fever blisters, minor irritation or injury of the mouth and gums
Warnings
Methemoglobinemia warning : use of this product may cause methemoglobinemia, a serious condition that must be treated promptly because it reduces the amount of oxygen carried in blood. This can occur even if you have used this product before. Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you or a child in your care develops: pale, gray, or blue colored skin (cyanosis), headache, rapid heart rate, shortness of breath, dizziness or lightheadedness, fatigue or lack of energy Allergy alert : do not use this product if you have a history of allergy to local anesthetics such as procaine, butacaine, benzocaine or other "caine" anesthetics
Do not use
more than directed for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or doctor for teething in children under 2 years of age
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days swelling, rash or fever develops irritation, pain or redness persists or worsens
Keep out of reach of children
In case of overdose or allergic reaction, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away
Directions
Directions Adults and children 2 years of age and over Apply to affected area up to 4 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor Children between 2 and 12 years of age Ask a doctor before use. Should be supervised in the use of this product Children under 2 years of age Do not use
Inactive ingredients
allantoin, carbomer, disodium EDTA, flavor, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 60, propylene glycol, pvp, sodium saccharin, sorbic acid, stearyl alcohol, water
Questions?
Questions or comments? call us at 1-800-952-5080 M-F 9am-5pm ET or visit our website at www.orajel.com
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (revised Dec 12, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Benzocaine in 1 product
- Menthol in 1 product
- Zinc Chloride in 1 product
Orajel 3X Medicated For All Mouth Sores NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10237-783 | Benzocaine 200 mg/g; Menthol 1 mg/g; Zinc Chloride 1.5 mg/g Gel | Church & Dwight Co., Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Orajel 3X Medicated For All Mouth Sores used for?
Use for the temporary relief of pain associated with canker sores, cold sores, fever blisters, minor irritation or injury of the mouth and gums
Who makes Orajel 3X Medicated For All Mouth Sores?
Orajel 3X Medicated For All Mouth Sores is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Church & Dwight Co., Inc..