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How Supplied: A gel, one bottle contains up to 68 individual applications. Store at controlled room temperature 20°- 25°C (68°-77°F). Do not allow to freeze.; Principal Display Panel DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES www.dentaltech.com ALPHA-PRO® APF TOPICAL GEL 60 SECOND TREATMENT Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride 1.23% Fluoride Ion Rx Only Strawberry REF No. 009-4201-002 NET WEIGHT: 17.5 oz. (497g) APF_Strawberry
- How Supplied: A gel, one bottle contains up to 68 individual applications. Store at controlled room temperature 20°- 25°C (68°-77°F). Do not allow to freeze.
- Principal Display Panel DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES www.dentaltech.com ALPHA-PRO® APF TOPICAL GEL 60 SECOND TREATMENT Acidulated Phosphate Fluoride 1.23% Fluoride Ion Rx Only Strawberry REF No. 009-4201-002 NET WEIGHT: 17.5 oz. (497g) APF_Strawberry
Overview
Active Ingredients: 1.23% w/w Fluoride Ion (0.79% from Sodium Fluoride and 0.44% from Hydrogen Fluoirde) in 0.1 Molar Phosphoric Acid. DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES LINCOLNWOOD, ILLINOIS 60712 USA www.dentaltech.com Questions or Comments? Call: 1-800-835-0885 (US) or 1-847-677-5500 PM-5097 Rev002
Indications & Usage
: Topical application of APF gel is indicated in the prevention of dental caries. This treatment is normally used two times per year and should not exceed four times a year.
Dosage & Administration
: After thorough prophylaxis, place gel in applicator tray (not more than 1/3 full). Throughly air-dry teeth and insert tray(s) in mouth. Gel may also be swab applied. Instruct patient to bite down slightly but firmly for one to four minutes. A slight chewing motion enhances coverage interproximally. Remove tray(s) and have patient expectorate excess gel. Instruct patient not to eat, drink or rinse for at least 30 minutes.
Warnings & Precautions
Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Do not swallow. If swallowed during treatment, administer milk, limewater, or antacid. If larger dose is ingested (more than 1/4 ounce), contact poison control and immediately seek medical help. Contains FD&C Red No. 40.
Contraindications
: Hypersensitivity to fluoride.
Adverse Reactions
Developing teeth of children under age 6 may become permanently discolored if excessive amounts are repeatedly swallowed. The following adverse reactions are possible in individuals hypersensitive to fluoride: eczema, atopic dermatitis, urticaria, gastric distress, headache, and weakness.
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