Pharmacists are urging the government to heed international warnings banning children from using Bonjela - a remedy for mouth ulcers and infant teething - after fears were raised that it could lead to a deadly brain and liver condition.
British health watchdogs have banned distribution of the gel after an ingredient was found to increase the risk of Reye's syndrome.
William Chui Chun-ming, education director of the Society of Hospital Pharmacists, said: 'We noticed this problem two years ago, but had no evidence or international backing to support it.'
A Health Department spokesman said no urgent action would be taken.
Iris Chang, president of the Practising Pharmacists Association, said: 'We have advised all community pharmacists that products containing salicylate salts should not be recommended to individuals below 16.'
Bonjela Teething Gel is safe as it does not contain the salts.