Sodium Fluoride (Systemic)
Brand Names : Fluor-A-Day, Fluoritabs, Fluorosol, PDF, Pedi-Dent, Solu-Flur, Fluoritab, Fluorodex, Flura, Flura-Drops, Flura-Loz, Karidium, Luride, Luride Lozi-Tabs, Luride-SF Lozi-Tabs, Pediaflor, Pharmaflur, Pharmaflur 1.1, Pharmaflur df, Phos-Flur, Flozenges
Proper Use of This MedicineTake this medicine only as directed by your health care professional
.
Do not take more of it and do not take it more often than ordered. Taking
too much fluoride over a period of time may cause unwanted effects.
For individuals taking the chewable tablet form
of this medicine:
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Tablets should be chewed or crushed before they are swallowed.
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This medicine works best if it is taken at bedtime, after the teeth
have been thoroughly brushed. Do not eat or drink for at least 15 minutes
after taking sodium fluoride.
For individuals taking the oral liquid form
of this medicine:
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This medicine is to be taken by mouth even though it comes in a dropper
bottle. The amount to be taken is to be measured with the specially marked
dropper.
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Always store this medicine in the original plastic
container
. Fluoride will affect glass and should not be stored in glass
containers.
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This medicine may be dropped directly into the mouth or mixed with
cereal, fruit juice, or other food. However, if this medicine is mixed with
foods or beverages that contain calcium, the amount of sodium fluoride that
is absorbed may be reduced.
Dosing - The dose of sodium fluoride will be different
for different individuals. Follow your health care professional's
orders or the directions on the label
. The following information includes
only the average doses of sodium fluoride. If your dose
is different, do not change it
unless your health care professional
tells you to do so. The amount of solution or the number of lozenges or tablets you take depends
on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of
doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of
time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are
taking sodium fluoride
.
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For oral
dosage form (lozenges, solution,
tablets, or chewable tablets):
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To prevent cavities in the teeth (where there is not enough fluoride
in the water):
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Children - Dose is based on the amount of fluoride in drinking
water in your area. Dose is also based on the child's age and must be determined
by your health care professional.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as
soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip
the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double
doses. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children, since overdose is especially dangerous
in children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Protect the oral liquid from freezing.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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