Nafrinse - Sodium Fluoride 0.02% - Dental Rinse Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Nafrinse.
• Flur-Rinse, Liqui-Flur, Phos-Flur
• SO-dee-um FLOOR-ide

Medicinal Applications

• Sodium fluoride makes teeth more resistant to decay and bacteria that cause cavities.
• This medication is used to prevent cavities.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include increased drooling; nausea; stomach pain; vomiting; diarrhea; muscle weakness; shaking; seizures; paleness of the skin; weak, fast heartbeat; shallow, rapid breathing; and extreme thirst.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may use.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Possible Side Effects

• You may produce an excess of saliva.
• Inform your doctor if you experience mouth or gum irritation while using this medication.
• Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache or muscle twitches may occur if this medication is accidentally swallowed.
• If these symptoms occur, contact your doctor.
• It is unlikely to occur but if your teeth become stained or change color, notify your dentist.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Read Before Using Nafrinse (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing illnesses, especially.

Nafrinse Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Usage Instructions

• This rinse is usually used once or twice a day as directed.
• It is best used immediately after brushing or flossing the teeth.
• To use, measure the prescribed amount usually 1 or 2 teaspoonfuls (5 or 10 ml), place it in your mouth and swish it around and between teeth for at least one minute before spitting it out.
• Do not swallow this unless directed to do so by your doctor or dentist.
• Avoid eating, drinking or rinsing your mouth for at least 30 minutes after using this to enable the medication to have contact with the teeth.

Nafrinse Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• As with all medications, keep out of the reach of children.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.