Teejel (Choline Salicylate)

Medically reviewed by Meghan Maynard Harlan. Last updated on April 13, 2023

TEEJEL® Purdue Frederick Choline Salicylate Compound Topical Oral Analgesic

Action and Clinical

Choline salicylate, a topical analgesic, acts to reduce and relieve the pain and discomfort of sore, tender, inflamed gums.IndicationsIndications:

Indications And Clinical Uses : For relief of teething pain, denture irritations and gum and mouth sores; also used postoperatively following oral procedures.

Contra-Indications:

Known hypersensitivity to salicylates.:

Precautions:

Discontinue use if excessive irritation develops, or pain or discomfort persists. Do not administer to children under 2 years of age except on the advice of a physician or dentist.:

Adverse Effects:

Dosage And Administration:

Spread an adequate amount (1 cm) of gel on finger and apply to the tender, painful area, without rubbing vigorously or using pressure. The gel may be applied every 3 to 4 hours as needed, including just before bedtime.

Availability And Storage:

Each g of clear, liquorice flavored, sugar-free gel contains: choline salicylate 87 mg (equivalent to salicylate content of 65 mg of ASA), cetyl dimethyl benzyl-ammonium chloride 100 g, flavoring agents and vehicles. Alcohol: 39%. Sodium: <1 mmol/g. pH: 5.5. Tubes of 7 g.

TEEJEL® Purdue Frederick Choline Salicylate Compound Topical Oral Analgesic

About Meghan Maynard Harlan

Meghan Maynard Harlan, PharmD is a licensed pharmacist across Tennessee, Kentucky, Arkansas, and Kansas, with nine years of experience spanning retail, hospital, and long-term care pharmacy. Her clinical strengths include patient counseling, immunization delivery, medication therapy management, and regulatory adherence across diverse care settings. She is known for her precision, communication skills, and ability to coordinate seamless care transitions. Meghan is a member of the American Pharmacists Association, Kappa Psi Pharmaceutical Fraternity, and the Rho Chi Pharmacy Honor Society.