Warning: the following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the judgment about your pharmacist. it must not be construed to indicate that use of the tablet is safe or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using it drug.

Sodium fluoride - oral

(so-dee-um floor-ide)

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

Simular Drugs : Ethedent, Ethedent

Ethedent Usage: Sodium fluoride makes teeth more resistant to decay and bacteria that cause cavities. it is used to prevent tooth decay where drinking water supply contains low levels of fluoride (less then 0.7 ppm).

How to use Ethedent: If you using liquid form about this medication, it works best if you do not eat, drink, or rinse youre mouth for 30 minutes after taking it. Liquid forms may be taken by mouth undiluted, or mixed with water or juice. Take as directed. If you using the chewable form of this medication, it must be either chewed or dissolved in mouth before swallowing (the surface of teeth will absorb fluoride). best time to use chewables is at bedtime after brushing. If you using the regular pill form of fluoride, it 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, & magnesium-containing products (e.g., certain antacids or laxatives) can decrease absorption of fluoride, thereby decreasing Its effectiveness. Take fluoride some hours apart from such products/foods.

Ethedent side effects: the majority of the human can take this medication with minimal or no side effects. Stomach upset, rash or headache may occur. If teeth become mottled or stained, notify youre dentist. it is often result of too much fluoride. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or pharmacist.

Ethedent Precautions: it medication must be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.

Ethedent tablet interactions: Tell your pharmacist of any over-the-counter or prescription drug you may take. do not start or stop any medicine with-out physician or healthcare professional approval.

Ethedent 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.

Ethedent special notes: it is important to keep this & every medications out of the reach of children. Accidental ingestion of large amounts of fluoride can cause nausea, diarrhea & vomiting. Never refer to medicine as candy. check fluoride content of drinking water in your area by asking local city or town officials. If some your water supply changes ask your physician or dentist if fluoride supplements should be continued. Fluoride supplements are used when water contains less then 0.7 ppm.

If you missed Ethedent dose: Take missed dose as soon as you remember; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose. Instead, skip the missed dose & resume you're usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

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

Active Ingredients : Sodium Fluoride