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Teething — what to take?

Teething starts at 6-10 months (lower incisor), ends at 2-3 years. Causes discomfort: drooling, chewing on objects, irritability, sometimes low-grade fever, looser stools.

3 recommended OTC drugs
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OTC — no prescription

What you can take for teething

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Typical and atypical symptoms

Typical: abundant salivation, gum yellowing/redness, need to bite, irritability. It does NOT cause high fever over 38.5°C, does NOT cause severe diarrhea, does NOT cause generalized rashes — these are concurrent viral illnesses.

Non-pharmacological measures

  • Refrigerated teething toys (not frozen).
  • Gum massage with clean finger or soft wipe.
  • Cold milk/water at feeding.
  • Teething biscuits (for babies who eat solids).
  • Change bibs frequently to prevent skin irritation.
  • Panthenol/zinc oxide cream on face/chin.

OTC treatment

Paracetamol 10-15 mg/kg every 4-6h — safe from birth. Forms: drops, syrup, suppositories.

Ibuprofen 5-10 mg/kg every 6-8h — from 3 months (under medical advice under 6 months). Useful for more intense discomfort.

Topical anti-inflammatory gels — with chamomile (Kamistad Baby, Dentinox). No benzocaine for babies under 2 years (methemoglobinemia risk).

Amber teething necklaces — NOT medically recommended (strangulation risk, no evidence).

What NOT to do

  • Do not rub with crushed aspirin (dangerous).
  • Do not apply alcohol on gums.
  • Do not use opioid tinctures.
  • Do not ignore high fever — see pediatrician.

When to consult a doctor

Fever above 38.5°C, severe diarrhea, generalized rash, food refusal, other symptoms — think of superimposed viral illness, not teething as the sole cause.

Medical disclaimer: the information in this guide is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical or pharmacist advice. For diagnosis and treatment consult a healthcare professional.

Nights, weekends, holidays

24/7 pharmacies for teething

Teething doesn't wait for office hours. If you need a medicine at 2 AM or on a weekend, open the map with the 24/7 filter on and find the nearest on-call pharmacy. Major cities have several round-the-clock pharmacies — the per-city pages below list them all, with address, phone and verified opening hours.

Call ahead before you leave, especially at night — on-call schedules can change and stock for some prescription items may be limited between deliveries.

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How to find a pharmacy fast for teething

Open the interactive map and grant location permission — you'll immediately see pharmacies sorted by distance, each with its opening hours and a one-tap route in Google Maps. If it's night or a weekend, switch on the 24/7 filter to keep only the on-call ones. For teething most of the listed remedies are over the counter, so you can walk in without a prescription, but check stock and prices first to avoid wasted trips.

If you have a preferred active ingredient (paracetamol, ibuprofen, etc.), search it in the comparator before you leave — you'll see which chain has it cheapest near you and whether it's in stock. For chronic prescriptions, save your favourite pharmacy in the app and turn on hours notifications — it saves unnecessary trips, especially when treatment for teething runs over weeks.

When to see a doctor

If any of these signs appear, consult a doctor — OTC treatment is not enough:

  • Fever above 38.5°C
  • Severe diarrhea with dehydration
  • Generalized skin rash
  • Food refusal over 24h
  • Lethargy, apathy

Frequently asked

Common questions

Does teething cause fever?
No or very little (below 38°C). Fever >38.5°C is another cause — viral illness, otitis. Don't automatically attribute it to teething.
Is Kamistad safe?
The lidocaine-free version (Kamistad Baby) — yes. Lidocaine versions — only from 12 years old. Benzocaine is forbidden in infants.
When does the first tooth come in?
Average 6-8 months, but can vary between 3-18 months. The first is the lower incisor. Variations are normal.
Does the amber necklace work?
No scientific evidence. Presents strangulation and choking risk. AAP and pediatricians do NOT recommend it.

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