FDA
Orajel toddler EXTRA GENTLE Yellow Manual Toothbrush, Model 7531. Made in China --- The toothbrush is to be replaced every 3 months. --- Firm on label: DEL PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. a subsidiary of Del Laboratories, Inc. Uniondale, NY 11553
Firm received several consumer complaints that the elastomer head of the toothbrush had separated (broke) from the handle during use and could pose a choking hazard to children.
Recall letters were sent on 6/09/05 by FedEx to direct wholesalers/distributors and retailers nationwide. A nationwide press release was issued on 6/10/05, and notification sent to numerous consumer & parenting publications, plus posting on company website. Questions from consumers should be referred to Del Pharmaceuticals at 1-800-818-1915 or by email at consumer_relations@orajel.com. Recall letters were sent to 3 direct accounts on 7/21/05 via FedEx after the discovery that these accounts had not been notified.