Sodium Fluoride Side Effects
Brand Names: Altaflor, Luride, Lozi-Flur, Karidium, Fluor-A-Day
Please note - some side effects for Sodium Fluoride may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).
Side Effects of Sodium Fluoride - for the Consumer
Sodium Fluoride
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Sodium Fluoride . Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Sodium Fluoride:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Sodium Fluoride/Potassium Nitrate
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Sodium Fluoride/Potassium Nitrate. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Sodium Fluoride/Potassium Nitrate:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Sodium Fluoride Chewable Tablets
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Sodium Fluoride Chewable Tablets. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Sodium Fluoride Chewable Tablets:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Sodium Fluoride Cream
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Sodium Fluoride Cream. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Sodium Fluoride Cream:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Sodium Fluoride Drops
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Sodium Fluoride Drops. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Sodium Fluoride Drops:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Sodium Fluoride Lozenges
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Sodium Fluoride Lozenges. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Sodium Fluoride Lozenges:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
Sodium Fluoride Rinse
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Sodium Fluoride Rinse. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Sodium Fluoride Rinse:
TopSevere allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).
More resources:
Fluor-A-Day - Includes detailed dosage instructions.
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