Triclosan + Sodium Fluoride + Sodium Benzoate mouth prep
Indications
Triclosan + Sodium Fluoride + Sodium Benzoate mouth prep is used for:
Prophylaxis of dental caries
Adult Dose
Mouth wash
Adult: Rinse 10 mL once daily or wkly, preferably at bedtime after brushing the teeth. Rinse solution around and between teeth for 1 minute and spit after rinsing.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Precautions
Prolonged treatment with large amounts of fluoride may result in dental fluorosis and osseous changes; do not exceed recommended dosage. Renal impairment. Pregnancy. Nausea/vomiting may occur.
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
Absorption of fluoride may be reduced by aluminium, calcium and magnesium salts.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Triclosan + Sodium Fluoride + Sodium Benzoate mouth prep :
Hypersensitivity reactions, rash, nausea, vomiting. Products containing stannous fluoride may cause teeth staining.
Mechanism of Action
Sodium fluoride is a cariostatic agent that is used to prevent dental caries. It can also be used as a source of fluoride in total parenteral nutrition.
Triclosan, a chlorinated bisphenol antiseptic, is active against fungi, gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.