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Sodium Fluoride

Prescription

Brand names: Gelato APF

About This Medication

Health product used for symptom relief and wellness support.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient Strength
Sodium Fluoride -

Indications & Usage

Indications and usage: A stable thixotropic fluoride treatment gel used to help prevent dental decay. For Professional Office Use Only. This product is not intended for home or unsupervised consumer use.

Dosage & Administration

Dosage and administration: Shake well before use. This is a one minute or four minute fluoride gel for in-office patient use. It is normally used as a preventative caries treatment twice a year. 1. After thorough prophylaxis, fill two single or one dual tray, one third full with gel. Air dry teeth and insert trays into the mouth. 2. Instruct patient to bite down lightly but firmly for one minute (80% effectiveness) or four minutes (100% effectiveness). 3. Remove trays. Instruct patient to expectorate any excess gel and not to eat or drink for at least 30 minutes.

Warnings & Precautions

Frequently Asked Questions

Indications and usage: A stable thixotropic fluoride treatment gel used to help prevent dental decay. For Professional Office Use Only. This product is not intended for home or unsupervised consumer use.

Dosage and administration: Shake well before use. This is a one minute or four minute fluoride gel for in-office patient use. It is normally used as a preventative caries treatment twice a year. 1. After thorough prophylaxis, fill two single or one dual tray, one third full with gel. Air dry teeth and insert trays into the mouth. 2. Instruct patient to bite down lightly but firmly for one minute (80% effectiveness) or four minutes (100% effectiveness). 3. Remove trays. …

Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. Do not swallow. If product is accidentally swallowed in quantities greater than would normally occur with a treatment gel, seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Read directions carefully before using.

Sodium Fluoride is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.

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This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.

Data sources: ChEMBL, PubChem, DailyMed.