Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride
About
Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride belongs to the class of ‘oral and dental products’ primarily used to treat dental problems. Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride effectively treats various dental problems, such as bad breath (also called halitosis), cavities (little holes in your teeth), gum/periodontal disease (infection of gums surrounding teeth), mouth sores, tooth-erosion (loss of tooth structure), and tooth sensitivity (pain/discomfort to your teeth caused by eating icecreams, cool drinks, and sweets).
Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride consists of two medicines, namely: Potassium nitrate and Sodium fluoride. Potassium nitrate is used to prevent cavities and reduce pain from sensitive teeth. Sodium fluoride makes teeth more resistant to tooth decay and bacteria which are responsible for cavities, and it also helps to strengthen the teeth enamel.
Use Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride as instructed by your doctor. Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride should be used as indicated on the label or as directed by your dentist. Keep your mouth closed and swish the rinse vigorously. Don't swallow mouth rinse; you should spit it out. The fluoride in most fluoride rinses can be toxic if you swallow large enough amounts. In some cases, Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride can cause side effects like gastric distress, staining of teeth, eczema, urticaria, and atopic dermatitis. Most of these side effects of Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride. The fluoride in most fluoride rinses can be toxic if you swallow large enough amounts. If you allow your child to use mouthwash, supervise to be sure that they spit it out and don't swallow it. Don't wash away the Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride; to get the most benefit from a fluoride mouthwash, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking for at least 30 minutes. Don't take the Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride, if fluoride content in water is more than 0.6 ppm.
Uses of Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride
Medicinal Benefits
Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride consists of two medicines, namely: Potassium nitrate and Sodium fluoride. Potassium nitrate is used to prevent cavities and reduce pain from sensitive teeth. Sodium fluoride makes teeth more resistant to tooth decay and bacteria which are responsible for cavities, and it also helps to strengthen the teeth' enamel. It also treats various dental problems, such as bad breath (also called halitosis), gum/periodontal disease (infection of gums surrounding teeth), mouth sores, and tooth erosion (loss of tooth structure).
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride
- Gastric distress
- Staining of teeth
- Eczema
- Urticaria
- Atopic dermatitis
- Dizziness
- Trouble breathing
- Itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat)
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are known to be allergic to Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride. Don't swallow mouth rinse, spit it out. The fluoride in most fluoride rinses can be toxic if you swallow large enough amounts. If you allow your child to use mouthwash, supervise to be sure that they spit it out and don't swallow it. Don't wash away the Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride, to get the most benefit from a fluoride mouthwash, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking for at least 30 minutes. Don't take the Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride, if fluoride content in water is more than 0.6 ppm.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionPotassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride if taken along with alcohol is not known to interact, but it should be taken in limit.
Pregnancy
cautionPotassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride is a pregnancy risk category B. It is not known whether it will harm the baby. So, take it only if recommended by a doctor and if the risks outweigh the benefits.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is not known whether Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride passes through breastmilk. So, breastfeeding women should take Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride only if recommended by a doctor.
Driving
not applicablePotassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride does not cause any effect on driving a motor vehicle.
Liver
consult your doctorPotassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride is safe to be used in case of any liver impairment. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Kidney
consult your doctorPotassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride is safe to be used in case of any kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor in case of any concerns.
Children
cautionPotassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride is not recommended for children below the age of 2 months.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat sugary foods with meals. Your mouth makes more saliva during meals. This helps to reduce the effect of acid production and to rinse pieces of food from the mouth.
- Limit between-meal snacks. If you crave a snack, choose something nutritious. Think about chewing sugarless gum afterward to increase saliva flow and wash out food and acid.
- Drink more water. Fluoridated water can help prevent tooth decay. If you choose bottled water, check the label for the fluoride content.
- Brush your teeth twice a day.
- Floss once a day.
- Avoid carbonated drinks, starchy foods, sticky candies, and sweets.
Special Advise
- Use of Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride may cause temporary discoloration of the teeth or tongue, which can be removed by twice-daily brushing with Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride or consulting your dentist.
- Avoid drinking beverages like tea or coffee and smoking, especially up to 1 hour after using Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride.
- Children under 2 months of age should not use Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride until and unless recommended by a dentist or doctor.
- Don't wash away the Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride at least for 30min to get the most benefit from a fluoride mouthwash.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Dental Problems: Dental and oral health is an essential part of your overall health and well-being. Poor oral hygiene can lead to dental cavities, gum disease, and mouth sores. Signs and symptoms include ulcers in the mouth, bleeding or swollen gums after brushing or flossing, chronic bad breath, sudden sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures or beverages, pain or toothache, loose teeth, pain with chewing or biting swelling of the face, and cheek, cracked or broken teeth and frequent dry mouth.
FAQs
Potassium Nitrate+sodium Fluoride should be taken the right amount in the container which is provided with the bottle and dilute with water as indicated on the label or as directed by your dentist. Keep your mouth closed and swish the rinse vigorously for 1minute and then spit out the mouth rinse
