Toothache and Gum Relief Cushions
.25 g/100g + 10 g/100g · Dressing
- Available without prescription
- Standardized Chemical Allergen
- Active substance
- Benzocaine
- Made by
- Rite Aid
- 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 · 2025-11-21
for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches
- For the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches
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.
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
- for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches
From the official label · 2025-11-21 · DailyMed
How to take it
These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.
- carefully remove gel cushion from blister.
- Gently mold with fingers until soft.
- Apply to the affected tooth/gum area and gently press for 5-10 seconds to mold for a comfortable fit.
- Gel cushion will stay in place and dissolve slowly in mouth.
- Adults and children 12 years of age and older:
- use up to 3 times daily or as directed by a dentist or doctor.
- Children under 12 years of age: ask a dentist or doctor.
- Children under 2 years of age: do not use
Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.
Other 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 develop:
- * 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 told to do so by a dentist or doctor * for teething * in
- children under 2 years of age
- Stop use and
- ask a doctor if * swelling, rash or fever develops * iffitation, pain or redness persists or worsens * symptoms do not improve in 7 days * allergic reaction occurs
- Keep out of reach of children.
Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.
Keep away from children
In case of overdose, 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
- if blister card is broken.
- This preparation is intended for use in cases of toothache, only as a temporary expedient until a dentist can be consulted.
- Do not use continuously.
- These toothache cushions are designed to completely dissolve in place.
- Store at room temperature 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Other Information”.
What kind of medicine it is
for the temporary relief of pain due to toothaches
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.
Other ingredients
Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.
cellulose gum, flavor, polyethylene glycol
Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.
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.
This label’s list of inactive ingredients names none of: lactose, wheat or gluten, colour dyes, sugars, sugar alcohols, alcohol (ethanol), aspartame (phenylalanine), gelatin, peanut oil, soy, parabens, sulfites, titanium dioxide.
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 | Rite Aid |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Benzocaine |
| Used in | Breathing, airways, allergies and cough |
| Strength | .25 g/100g + 10 g/100g |
| Form | Dressing |
| Route | Oral |
| Packs | 8 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / .5 g in 1 BLISTER PACK |
| NDC | 11822-1616 |
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
These contain the same substance. That does not mean one can replace another — ask a pharmacist.