Anti-caries prophylactics. This toothpaste contains fluoride in the form of sodium salt, which belongs to a group of medicines known as caries prophylactics. Delivery date. Ask my pharmacist for advice Do you need help with this item? Ask our pharmacists for help by clicking here. For adults and adolescents over 16 years of age. Brush thoroughly every day:. Elemental fluoride As sodium fluoride For full list of excipients, see section 6. Dosage and administration. This toothpaste contains a high fluoride content.
The advice of a dental specialist should be sought before using this product. The multiplication of potential sources of fluorine can lead to fluorosis. In calculating the recommended fluoride ion intake of 0. This product contains sodium benzoate. Sodium benzoate is a moderate skin, eye and mucous membrane irritant. Interactions with other drugs and other forms of interaction.
Fertility, pregnancy and lactation. Animal studies have shown that very high doses of sodium fluoride have a toxic effect on reproductive functions. Effects on ability to drive and use machines. Undesirable effects. Unknown frequency cannot be estimated from available data : oral burning sensation. Reporting suspected adverse reactions after drug approval is important.
The toxic dose, i. It manifests itself in digestive disorders: vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and can exceptionally lead to death. A mottled or speckled appearance of tooth enamel which may appear after a daily intake of fluoride in excess of 1. Pharmacodynamic properties. The main effect of fluoride in the prevention of dental caries is post-eruptive, i. Systemic fluoride supplements are also considered to act mainly topically e.
Fluoride has three types of effect:. Fluoride alone is not sufficient to eliminate dental plaque, nor is it a complete treatment for caries. Pharmacokinetic properties. However, the following information has been included in the event that toothpaste is accidentally ingested during treatment. Ingested fluoride is converted into hydrofluoric acid. Peak concentration is obtained between 30 and 60 minutes after ingestion.
