STANIMAX PERIO RINSE

Drug Name: STANIMAX PERIO RINSE

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE DESCRIPTION:
STANNOUS FLUORIDE 0.63% - DENTAL RINSE (STAN-us FLOOR-ide)

COMMON STANIMAX PERIO RINSE BRAND NAME(S):
Gel-Kam, Stanimax

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE SIDE EFFECTS:
Inform your doctor if you experience mouth or gum irritation while using STANIMAX PERIO RINSE. If your teeth become stained or change color, notify your dentist. Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache or muscle twitches may occur if STANIMAX PERIO RINSE 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 STANIMAX PERIO RINSE:
STANIMAX PERIO RINSE: This rinse is usually used immediately after brushing or flossing the teeth. Add the solution to the 1/8 fluid ounce mark in the mixing vial. Add water to the 1 ounce mark and mix. Place 1/2 of solution into mouth and vigorously swish for 1 minute, then spit out. Repeat the 1 minute treatment with remaining solution and spit out. If you are using a home irrigator, prepare 1 ounce of solution as described above. Pour into irrigator reservoir and add 4 more ounces of water. Mix thoroughly. Use as directed.

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE USES:
Stannous fluoride makes teeth more resistant to decay and bacteria that cause cavities. STANIMAX PERIO RINSE is used to prevent cavities.

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing illnesses: allergies (especially to fluoride), on a low-salt diet, 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). STANIMAX PERIO RINSE should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE 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.

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, excess saliva, stomach pain, diarrhea, irritability, seizures, and loss of consciousness.

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE NOTES:
Fluoride is found in tea, fluoridated water and fish eaten with bones such as sardines. Adequate toothbrushing should prevent any staining of teeth from occurring.

MISSED STANIMAX PERIO RINSE 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.

STANIMAX PERIO RINSE 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.