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Soothe a Teething Baby
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Step 4:
Head for the medicine cabinet
If there's just no soothing your child with the previous measures, sometimes medication is the answer. However, before using any of the following, it's extremely important to consult your pediatrician.
Local anesthetics: Some parents choose local anesthetics such as Orajel or Anbesol to rub on the gums as a numbing agent. While popular, these items only provide temporary relief, as they wash out of the mouth quite quickly (but sometimes a few minutes of serenity are worth it!).
Homeopathic teething tablets and liquids: These natural pain relievers are made with herbs and natural oils, and they melt in the baby's mouth. They are offered by Hyland's, Nature's Way, Bioron and other companies.
Acetominophen: Some pediatricians will prescribe a small dose of children's pain reliever (such as Children's Tylenol) for teething.
Clove oil: You can use your finger to apply clove oil, which serves as a numbing agent, to your baby's gums a few times a day.
Chamomile tea: Give your baby a few teaspoons of this caffeine-free tea every two hours for a calming effect.
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