Written By Kassie the ecoPharmacist. On Nov 01. In Health and Wellness

Teething Tablets by Hyland’s are being recalled throughout North America due to serious safety concerns. Many parents give this product to children to reduce teething-related pain. Product labeling indicates that it should contain only a very small homeopathic dilution of the drug belladonna. However, laboratory analysis has found that some batches contained more of the drug than it should. Some children who have taken it have developed belladonna toxicity. Classic signs of belladonna toxicity include fast heart rate, increased body temperature, dry skin and dry mouth, skin flushing, constipation, decreased urination, agitation, disorientation, hallucinations, and dilated pupils.  Drowsiness may also be seen in infants.

Although Hyland’s has been around for years, I recommend not using this product until this matter is cleared up. For more information, please visit the Hyland’s website: http://www.hylands.com/news/hylands-teething-recall.php