SODIUM FLUORIDE

Drug Name: SODIUM FLUORIDE

SODIUM FLUORIDE DESCRIPTION:
SODIUM FLUORIDE 0.2% - DENTAL RINSE (SO-dee-um FLOOR-ide)

COMMON SODIUM FLUORIDE BRAND NAME(S):
Fluorinse, Nafrinse, Prevident

SODIUM FLUORIDE SIDE EFFECTS:
Inform your doctor if you experience mouth or gum irritation while using SODIUM FLUORIDE. If your teeth become stained or change color, notify your dentist. Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache or muscle twitches may occur if SODIUM FLUORIDE is accidentally swallowed. If these symptoms occur, contact your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE SODIUM FLUORIDE:
SODIUM FLUORIDE: This rinse is usually used just once a week immediately after brushing or flossing the teeth just before bedtime. To use, measure the prescribed amount usually 1 or 2 teaspoonfuls (5 or 10 ml), place it in your mouth and swish it around for at least one minute before spitting it out. Do not swallow this. Avoid eating, drinking or rinsing your mouth for at least 30 minutes after using this to enable the medication to have contact with the teeth.

SODIUM FLUORIDE USES:
Sodium fluoride makes teeth more resistant to decay and bacteria that cause cavities. SODIUM FLUORIDE is used to prevent cavities.

SODIUM FLUORIDE PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing illnesses, allergies especially to fluoride, are on a low-salt diet or if you live in an area where the drinking water is fluoridated. This fluoride supplement is used when the drinking water contains low fluoride levels (less than 0.7 parts per million). SODIUM FLUORIDE should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

SODIUM FLUORIDE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist 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 the skin; weak, fast heartbeat; shallow, rapid breathing; and extreme thirst.

SODIUM FLUORIDE NOTES:
Fluoride is found in tea, fluoridated water and fish eaten with bones such as sardines.

MISSED SODIUM FLUORIDE DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

SODIUM FLUORIDE STORAGE:
Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. As with all medications, keep out of the reach of children.