i don't know the age of your baby but if he/she is over six months why not just use one of those medications. since ibuprofen (motrin) is anti-inflammatory and teething causes inflammation this would be my choice. besides it lasts six hours instead of four so a night-time dose would help most of the night. tylenol would wear off in the middle of the night. teething discomfort is normal so only treat it if the child is obviously in discomfort. it is safe to use for long periods of time but avoid over-treating. teething is going to go on for years.
my baby is teething how many days in a row can i alternate tyelenol and motrin?