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Sodium fluoride - oral

(so-dee-um floor-ide)

common brand names: Fluor-A-Day, Karidium, Luride, Pediaflor

Simular Drugs : Sodium Fluoride, Sodium Fluoride, Sodium Fluoride

Sodium Fluoride Usage: Sodium fluoride makes teeth more resistant to decay & bacteria that cause cavities. this is used to prevent tooth decay where drinking water supply contains low levels about fluoride (less than 0.7 ppm).

How to use Sodium Fluoride: If you using liquid form of this med, this works best if you do not eat, drink, or rinse youre mouth since 30 minutes after taking this. Liquid forms may be taken by mouth undiluted, or mixed with water or juice. Take as directed. If you are using chewable form of this drug, it should be either chewed or dissolved in the mouth before swallowing (the surface of the teeth will absorb fluoride). the best time to use chewables is at bedtime after brushing. If you using regular tablet form of fluoride, this may be chewed, swallowed whole, dissolved in water or fruit juice or crushed & sprinkled on food (e.g., applesauce). Use as directed. If nausea occurs, you may take fluoride with food except those foods that contain calcium (e.g., dairy products). Calcium (including milk & dairy products), aluminum, and magnesium-containing products (e.g., certain antacids or laxatives) can decrease absorption about fluoride, thereby decreasing It's effectiveness. Take fluoride several hours apart from such products/foods.

Sodium Fluoride side effects: most people can take this drug with minimal or no side effects. Stomach upset, rash or headache may occur. If teeth become mottled or stained, notify your dentist. this is often result of too much fluoride. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact some your doctor or pharmacist.

Sodium Fluoride Precautions: it medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

Sodium Fluoride drug interactions: Tell youre doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or healthcare professional approval.

Sodium Fluoride Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include increased drooling; nausea; stomach pain; vomiting; diarrhea; muscle weakness; shaking; seizures; paleness of skin; weak, fast heartbeat; shallow, rapid breathing; and extreme thirst.

Sodium Fluoride special notes: it is important to keep this and all pills out about reach of children. Accidental ingestion about large amounts about fluoride can cause nausea, diarrhea and vomiting. Never refer to medicine as candy. money fluoride content of the drinking water in your area by asking local city or town officials. If youre water supply changes ask your pharmacist or dentist if fluoride supplements should be continued. Fluoride supplements used when water contains less than 0.7 ppm.

If you missed Sodium Fluoride dose: Take missed dose as soon as you remember; do not take if It's almost time for the following dose. Instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Sodium Fluoride Storage: Store in room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture & heat. do not store at the bathroom. Store liquid form at original plastic container and not in glass.

Active Ingredients : Sodium Fluoride