Zap APF: Package Insert / Prescribing Info
Package insert / product label
Generic name: sodium fluoride
Dosage form: gel
Drug class: Mouth and throat products
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 16, 2024.
Active Ingredient:
Fluoride Ion 1.23%. A stable thixotropic gel providing 1.23% fluoride ion. Available from 2.09% Sodium Fluoride and Hydrofluoric Acid.
Indications and Usage for Zap APF
This is a prescription fluoride treatment gel used to help prevent dental decay.
• For Professional Use Only. This product is not intended for home or unsupervised consumer use.
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.
Zap APF 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 two times a year.
1. After thorough prophylaxsis, 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.
ZAP APF
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Labeler - Crosstex International Inc. (057728685) |
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