Orajel Antiseptic Alcohol-Free Mouth Sore Rinse
1 mg/mL + 15 mg/mL · Liquid
- Available without prescription
- Active substance
- Hydrogen Peroxide, Menthol
- Made by
- Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
- Source
- Official label
Quoted from the official source. Not yet reviewed by Mediclarum — the leaflet in your pack is authoritative.
At a glance
Quoted from the official label · 2024-11-27
Oral debriding agent/Oral antiseptic, Oral pain reliever
- Phlegm mucus other secretions associated with occasional sore mouth
Adults and: children 2 years of age and older Swish one-half capful (2 tesapoons=10mL) around the mouth over the affected area for at least 1 minute and then spit out.
Full directions ↓Do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or healthcare provider
All warnings ↓- Sold without a prescription
- FDA enforcement reports list no ongoing recall, and none from the last two years, for this product code · checked 2026-10-02
Every line above is selected, not written, from the official label. Nothing is reworded. DailyMed
What it is for
first aid to help reduce bacteria in minor oral wounds for temporary pain relief and use in cleansing minor wounds or minor gum inflammation resulting from:
- minor dental procedures orthodontic appliances dentures accidental injury canker sores other irritations of the mouth and gums Aids in the removal of:
- phlegm mucus other secretions associated with occasional sore mouth
From the official label · 2024-11-27 · DailyMed
How to take it
These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.
- Adults and
- children 2 years of age and older Swish one-half capful (2 tesapoons=10mL) around the mouth over the affected area for at least 1 minute and then spit out.
- Use up to 4 times daily after meals and at bedtime or as directed by a dentist or healthcare provider
- Children under 12 years of age Should be supervised in the use of this product
- Children under 2 years of age Consult a dentist or healthcare provider
Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.
Stop and get help if
Stop Use and see your physician promptly if swelling, rash or fever develops irritations, pain or redness persists or worsens sore mouth symptoms do not improve in 7 days
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Stop Use”.
Other warnings
- Do not use this product for more than 7 days unless directed by a dentist or healthcare provider
- When using this product do not swallow
- do not exceed recommended dosage
Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.
Keep away from children
If more than used for rinsing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison Control Center right away
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Keep Out of Reach of Children”.
Other information
- cap tightly keep away from heat or direct sunlight
- do not use if safety seal is broken or missing
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Other Information”.
What kind of medicine it is
Oral debriding agent/Oral antiseptic, Oral pain reliever
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.
Other ingredients
Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.
blue 1, disodium EDTA, methyl salicylate, phosphoric acid, poloxamer 338, polysorbate 20, propylene glycol, sodium saccharin, sorbitol, water
Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.
Questions about this product
Questions or comments call us at 1–800–952–5080 M–F 9am–5pm ET or visit our website at www.orajel.com
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Questions”.
Ingredients people check for
Lactose, gluten, dyes, sugars and other ingredients that matter with an allergy, intolerance or diet — as this product’s FDA label lists them.
- Sugar alcohols
sorbitol
Sorbitol and similar can upset the stomach and matter with fructose intolerance.
Quoted from the FDA label. A label that does not name an ingredient is not a guarantee that the product is free of it, and formulations change. With an allergy, check the pack and ask a pharmacist.
Details
| Made by | Church & Dwight Co., Inc. |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Hydrogen Peroxide, Menthol |
| Strength | 1 mg/mL + 15 mg/mL |
| Form | Liquid |
| Route | Oral |
| Packs | 473.2 mL in 1 BOTTLE |
| NDC | 10237-784 |
Source: NDC Directory · 2026-09-13 · not reviewed by a clinician
Source: US Food and Drug Administration, NDC Directory. Reuse terms: US government work (FDA).
Same active substance
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