Orajel 4X Medicated PM For Toothache and Gum
Benzalkonium chloride, Benzocaine, Menthol, Zinc chloride · Cream · Topical
Active ingredient
Active Ingredients Benzalkonium chloride 0.13% Benzocaine 20% Menthol 0.26% Zinc chloride 0.15%
Purpose
Purpose Oral antiseptic, Oral pain reliever, Oral astringent
Uses
Uses for the temporary relief of pain due to minor irritation or injury of the mouth and gums first aid to help prevent infection in minor oral irritation
Warnings
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
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 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
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 older 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
Inactive ingredients ammonium glycyrrhizate, chamomile, flavor, PEG-8, PEG-75, PEG/PPG 116/66 copolymer, poloxamer 407, sodium saccharin, sorbic acid, titanium dioxide, 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
- Benzalkonium Chloride in 1 product
- Zinc Chloride in 1 product
- Menthol, Unspecified Form in 1 product
Orajel 4X Medicated PM For Toothache and Gum NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10237-789 | Benzocaine 200 mg/g; Benzalkonium Chloride 1.3 mg/g; Zinc Chloride 1.5 mg/g; Menthol, Unspecified Form 2.6 mg/g Cream | Church & Dwight Co., Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Orajel 4X Medicated PM For Toothache and Gum used for?
Uses for the temporary relief of pain due to minor irritation or injury of the mouth and gums first aid to help prevent infection in minor oral irritation
Who makes Orajel 4X Medicated PM For Toothache and Gum?
Orajel 4X Medicated PM For Toothache and Gum is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Church & Dwight Co., Inc..