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Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
How Supplied 50 mL bottles (58657-322-50); PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 58657-322-50 Sodium Fluoride Drops Sodium Fluoride Oral Solution, USP 0.5 mg/mL GRAPE FLAVORED 1.69 FL. OZ. (50 mL) carton
- How Supplied 50 mL bottles (58657-322-50)
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL NDC 58657-322-50 Sodium Fluoride Drops Sodium Fluoride Oral Solution, USP 0.5 mg/mL GRAPE FLAVORED 1.69 FL. OZ. (50 mL) carton
Overview
Each mL of Sodium Fluoride Drops contains 0.5 mg Fluoride ion (F) from 1.1 mg Sodium Fluoride (NaF). For use as a dental caries preventive in pediatric patients. Sugar Free, Alcohol Free, Dye Free and Gluten Free. Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 mL Servings Per Container: 50 Amount per serving % Daily Value Fluoride (as Sodium Fluoride) 0.5 mg ** ** Daily Value not established. Active Ingredients: Sodium Fluoride (0.11% w/v). Other Ingredients: Glycerin, methylparaben, grape flavor, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sucralose. FLUORIDE SUPPLEMENT DOSAGE SCHEDULES AGE Fluoride Ion Level in Drinking Water (ppm)* < 0.3 ppm 0.3 - 0.6 ppm > 0.6 ppm Birth to 6 months None None None 6 months to 3 years Half dropperful 0.25 mg F (1/2 mL) None None 3 to 6 years One dropperful 0.5 mg F (1 mL)† Half dropperful 0.25 mg F (1/2 mL) None 6 to 16 years Two dropperfuls 1 mg F (2 mL) One dropperful 0.5 mg F (1 mL) None * 1.0 ppm = 1 mg/Liter † 1.1 mg Sodium Fluoride contains 0.5 mg Fluoride ion Fluoride Supplement Dose Schedule approved by the American Dental Association, American Academy of Pediatrics and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Indications & Usage
As a supplemental source of Fluoride. It has been established that ingestion of fluoridated drinking water (1 ppm F) during the period of tooth development results in significant decrease in the incidence of dental caries.1 Sodium Fluoride Drops were developed to provide systemic Fluoride for use as a supplement in pediatric patients from 6 months to age 3 and older, living in areas where the drinking water Fluoride level does not exceed 0.6 ppm F.
Dosage & Administration
Not available
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Prolonged daily ingestion of quantities greater than the recommended amount may result in various degrees of dental fluorosis in pediatric patients under age 6 years, especially if the water fluoridation exceeds 0.6 ppm. Read directions carefully before using. Keep out of the reach of infants and children.
Contraindications
Do not use in areas where drinking water exceeds 0.6 ppm F. Do not administer to pediatric patients less than 6 months old.
Adverse Reactions
Allergic rash and other idiosyncrasies have been rarely reported. To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or Method Pharmaceuticals, LLC at 877-250-3427. Store at controlled room temperature 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F).
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