Homeopathic Teething Gel Lawsuits in New York

The FDA issued multiple warnings and recalls between 2010 and 2017 after finding inconsistent levels of belladonna, a toxic substance, in products like Hyland’s Teething Tablets. The agency linked these products to seizures, fever, difficulty breathing, and infant deaths. No homeopathic teething gel was found to be safe or effective for infants.

Parents or legal guardians of children harmed by belladonna-containing teething products may bring a product liability claim in New York. Claims may be based on design defect, failure to warn, or manufacturing defect. An attorney can evaluate whether your child’s injuries—such as seizures, developmental harm, or death—are linked to the product.

New York’s statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the date of injury under CPLR §214. For cases involving a child’s death, a wrongful death claim must generally be filed within two years of the date of death. If the injured party is a minor, tolling rules may extend the deadline—consult a NY attorney immediately to protect your rights.

Families may seek compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, long-term care costs, and, in wrongful death cases, funeral expenses and loss of companionship. New York does not cap compensatory damages in most personal injury cases, but the strength and value of each claim depends on the specific facts and evidence. No outcome is guaranteed.

Yes. Homeopathic teething tablets, most notably Hyland's Teething Tablets, were recalled after the FDA found inconsistent levels of belladonna, a toxic substance, and linked them to seizures and difficulty breathing in infants. New York allows product liability claims when a defective or unreasonably dangerous product injures a consumer. If a teething tablet harmed your child in New York, you may bring a claim under strict liability, negligence, or breach of warranty against the manufacturer and others in the distribution chain.