Indications:
● Tooth sensitivity
● Cavities
Mechanism:
Potassium ions are believed to disturb the synapse between nerve cells, thus decreasing nerve excitation and the associated pain. Tooth hypersensitivity can be relieved by inactivating the intra-dental nerve and inhibiting neural transmission, using suitable medications.
Sodium monofluorophosphate in the oral or topical form is indicated for the prevention and control of dental caries and for the maintenance of dental health. The prevention of dental caries by topical fluoride is achieved by various mechanisms. Sodium monofluorophosphate kills bacteria that cause caries, such as Streptococcus mutans and lactobacilli by interfering with their metabolic activities that result in the formation of lactic acid. Fluoride ions cause the inhibition of glycolytic and other enzymes involved in bacterial metabolism. It changes the permeability of cell membranes, lowering the pH in the cytoplasm of the cell, leading to a decrease in acidity, which is normally implicated in tooth decay.
Side Effects:
The product is possible safe for most adults. There is no disadvantage associated with the product if taken under the recommended usage however mouth/gum irritation may rarely occur.
Interactions:
Not to be used along with chlorhexidine solution.
Contraindications:
The following conditions are contraindicated with this drug. Check with your physician if you have any of the following conditions:
● sarcoidosis
● increased activity of the parathyroid gland
● high amount of calcium in the blood
● dehydration
● constipation
● kidney stones
● decreased kidney function
● tumor that dissolves bone
Precautions & Warnings:
● Children younger than 6 years
● Do not use this medication for longer than 4 weeks unless directed by your doctor/dentist
● Not to be used in pregnancy and breastfeeding