Drug Name: THERA-FLUR-N THERA-FLUR-N DESCRIPTION: SODIUM FLUORIDE 1.1% - DENTAL GEL DROPS (SO-dee-um FLOOR-ide) COMMON THERA-FLUR-N BRAND NAME(S): Thera-Flur THERA-FLUR-N SIDE EFFECTS: You may experience excess salivation (spit) while using THERA-FLUR-N. Inform your doctor if you experience mouth or gum irritation while using THERA-FLUR-N. If your teeth become stained or change color, notify your dentist. Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache or muscle twitches may occur if THERA-FLUR-N 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 THERA-FLUR-N: THERA-FLUR-N: THERA-FLUR-N is best used immediately after brushing or flossing the teeth just before bedtime. To use, place 4 to 8 drops of gel into the applicator as directed. Put the applicator over your upper and lower teeth and bite down lightly for 6 minutes. Remove the applicator and spit out any excess gel. THERA-FLUR-N USES: Sodium fluoride makes teeth resistant to decay and bacteria. It is used to prevent cavities. THERA-FLUR-N PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have any: pre-existing illnesses, allergies (especially to fluoride), special diet (low salt), drinking water is fluoridated. This fluoride supplement is used when the drinking water contains low fluoride levels (less than 0.7 parts per million). THERA-FLUR-N should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. THERA-FLUR-N 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. THERA-FLUR-N 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. THERA-FLUR-N NOTES: Fluoride is found in tea, fluoridated water and fish eaten with bones such as sardines. MISSED THERA-FLUR-N 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. THERA-FLUR-N 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. |