Anesthetics at teething in a child: description and use of suppositories, gels and ointments

From the age of six months, the teeth begin to erupt in children.Each child has this process individually.Some children endure it painlessly and calmly.But most often that the baby begins to erupt teeth, parents learn in advance.

Swollen and red gums, moods, poor sleep and loss of appetite in a child are only a small part of the symptoms accompanying the appearance of teeth.To date, there are many different ways and means that can alleviate the suffering of the baby.Among them are painkillers and anti-inflammatory ointments, gels, drops and even candles.

Symptoms of teething

Symptoms of teething occur differently and depend on the individual characteristics of the baby .But we can distinguish a number of common, most common symptoms:

1. Redness and swelling of the gums.
2. Increased salivation.
3. Desire to gnaw any objects.
4. Loss of appetite.
5. Restless sleep.
6. General condition worsening.
7. Immediately before the appearance of teeth - the appearance of a white band on the gums.
8. Temperature increase.

Possible concomitant signs include diarrhea, wet cough, runny nose.

Biologically active substances contribute to temperature increase, which begin to be released during the process of teething.The increase in temperature in this period to 37-38.5 degrees is considered normal.

How to help your child?

All the means by which you can alleviate the pain and discomfort of the can be combined into three groups:

1. "Home" and special teethers.
2. Medicinal preparations in the form of gels, ointments, drops, suppositories.
3. Folk remedies.

Until you bought a teetotal, a baby who does not have a single tooth, you can offer a home option in the form of drying, crackers, apples, carrots.As a penetrator you can use a finger, massaging them from time to time gums.

Available in stores and pharmacies, teasers can have a different form of , color and material of manufacture.You can choose such a device from latex, rubber, silicone, plastic.In some of them there are special holes for gels and ointments, with which an anesthetic can get on the baby's gums imperceptibly.Choosing a teaser individually.It all depends on the child's preferences.

As an anesthetic, you can use a cold that will calm the pain a little and reduce the swelling.You can use a cold spoon or a rag, chilled teetotal, frozen banana or drying.

Gels and ointments for gums with teething

Many dental children's gels contain an anesthetic that promotes the rapid relief of pain .It acts only superficially, so the child does not penetrate into the bloodstream.Gels with anesthetic effect are on sale without an anesthetic included in them.Most often in their composition are plant components.

Baby Doctor "First teeth"

The gel contains only natural ingredients in the form of extracts of calendula, plantain, chamomile, echinacea.It will relieve irritation, and inflammation of the mucous membrane of the mouth and gums, eliminates pain.The product has no taste and smell.Its regular use facilitates the process of teething without causing the child any side effects.Thanks to these properties, the Baby Baby gel can be used even for babies.Contraindication to use is only hypersensitivity to the constituent plant components.

Dentol

The product contains benzocaine, which has a fast analgesic effect.A minute later, the gel begins to act, retaining the effect of anesthesia for two hours.It can be used for teething in children from the age of four months.

Contraindications to the use of Denthol is:

• hypersensitivity to benzocaine;
• presence of multiple wounds on the gums.

The drug does not cause side effects, but there is a possibility of individual intolerance.In case of hyperemia in the area of ​​application of the drug and when itching or swelling in the child, the use of the gel should be discontinued.

Kamistad

The composition of the child drug includes:

1. Lidocaine - quickly relieves pain.
2. Tincture of chamomile flowers, which possesses anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, regenerating and healing properties.

The Kamistad gel is active for a long time.Because of the high content of lidocaine, the remedy can only be used as directed by the doctor.

When used in recommended doses of side effects, the drug does not cause.In rare cases, you may experience hyperemia and a burning sensation.

Parsoral "First teeth"

Thanks to its plant extracts, the preparation is one of the most popular anesthetics used for teething in a child.Extracts of Roman chamomile, saffron flowers inoculum and root of althea officinalis render analgesic, soothing and softening effect on the mucous membrane of the gums.

No side effects were observed with the use of Parsoral.Contraindication is only hypersensitivity to the components of the gel components.

KALGEL

The Kallegalidocaine contained in the preparation blocks the excitability of the membranes of the nerve endings, whereby the pain quickly passes.For the suppression of harmful organisms, cytpyridinium chloride is responsible.

With prolonged use on the baby's gums, a local irritant effect and an allergy may appear. Contraindications to the use of KALGEL are:

• hypersensitivity to the drug components;
• arterial hypotension;
• heart failure;
• bradycardia;
• renal and hepatic insufficiency;
• violation of intraventricular conduction.

HOLISAL-GEL

The active substance of the drug is the analgesic effect of choline salicylate.Its action is aimed at eliminating the cause of pain during teething.The active substance reduces swelling and squeezing, so the pain passes.The analgesic effect comes after two to three minutes after the application of the children's gel and lasts up to eight hours.

Holisal-gel removes edema and inflammation of the gums and protects the microflora of the oral cavity from the penetration of pathogens.Its advantage is the lack of lidocaine in the formulation.Since the use of the drug does not reduce the sensitivity of the tongue, it can be used for breastfeeding.As a side effect, there may appear a self-healing short-term burning sensation.

Dentinox

Local anesthetic gel has a distinct smell of chamomile and mint.The drug quickly eliminates discomfort and pain with teething and prevents the development of inflammatory processes in the child's gums and mucous membranes.

In addition to the infusion of chamomile and other biologically active substances, contains lidocaine , therefore Dentinox is not recommended for breastfeeding.It is contraindicated for children who have an inherent hypersensitivity to fructose.To side effects of the gel are:

• itching;
• allergic reactions;
• skin rash
• angioedema.

If any of these occur, the drug should be discontinued and referred to the pediatrician.

Traumeel With

A homeopathic remedy in the form of an ointment that facilitates the process of teething. It consists of various herbs:

• yarrow;
• daisy;
• chamomile;
• echinacea;
• marigold;
• arnica;
• belladonna.

Traumeel C is used to relieve inflammation when the teeth are erupted in a child.Ointment can not be used by children under the age of three and with increased sensitivity to its components.

Because the ointments on the gums are worse fixed and quickly washed away with saliva, they are used less often than in gels.

How correctly to use children's gels with teething?

Before using the drug, it is recommended that you carefully read its instructions and consult your physician.It is especially important for to take into account the side effects of .

Means that contain lidocaine, on the gums of babies are applied only after eating.To achieve maximum effect, the following rules should be observed:

• Use gels only for severe discomfort during teething.
• Do not apply a large amount to the children's gums.
• Use gels no more than three to five times a day.
• Apply the drug with a cotton swab or a carefully washed finger, while performing massaging movements.

Usually, pain relievers for children's gels and ointments are used for several days when the first teeth are erupted in the child, and at the age after a year.When other teeth appear, severe pain and inflammatory signs are usually absent.

Dentinorm Baby - drops with teething

A homeopathic remedy of French origin is made on the basis of natural herbs.The following components of the drug will help to rid the child of unpleasant sensations and as much as possible to ease his condition:

1. Indian ivy will eliminate pain and relieve inflammation.
2. Medicinal rhubarb helps with digestion disorders.
3. Pharmacy chamomile will relieve inflammation and irritation.

The special formula that forms the basis of drops is completely safe for children.The composition of the product does not contain alcohol, sugar, dyes and lactose.The drug has no side effects, so it can be used for teething in children of any age.

Drops are manufactured by in special sachets containing plastic containers of 1 ml volume.To use them is very simple.It is enough to turn the closing head of one of the containers, point the capsule with the hole down and press it so that the liquid gets into the child's mouth.

Teeth candles

Rectal candles are the most convenient way to help your baby when his teeth are chopped.They are indispensable for pain in the gums and fever.

Cefekon D .The composition of the drug includes paracetamol, which has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effect.Apply candles Cefekon D can be for children aged one month.One kilogram of the child's weight is used 10-15 mg of the drug.Frequency of use - 2-3 times a day.

Viburkol.Homeopathic remedy with antipyretic and sedative effect.The candles include:

• plantago major;
• pulsatilla;
• belladonna;
• chamomile;
• Solanum Dulcamar;
• calcium carbonium.

Up to six months of age, the uses one candle twice a day for , after a six-month age the baby candles can be used four to six times a day.There are no contraindications to their use.

Each child, the remedy for pain, inflammation and relief is selected individually.Gels and ointments are used only in those cases when the baby suffers greatly.When using them, you must strictly follow all the requirements of the instructions, and do not apply gums to the first squeaking of the child.Compliance with the recommendations will help to transfer the period of teething easier and avoid unpleasant consequences.