STANNOUS FLUORIDE

Drug Name: STANNOUS FLUORIDE

STANNOUS FLUORIDE DESCRIPTION:
STANNOUS FLUORIDE 0.63% - DENTAL RINSE (STAN-us FLOOR-ide)

COMMON STANNOUS FLUORIDE BRAND NAME(S):
Gel-Kam, Stanimax

STANNOUS FLUORIDE SIDE EFFECTS:
Inform your doctor if you experience mouth or gum irritation while using STANNOUS FLUORIDE. If your teeth become stained or change color, notify your dentist. Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, headache or muscle twitches may occur if STANNOUS FLUORIDE is accidentally swallowed. If these symptoms occur, contact your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE STANNOUS FLUORIDE:
STANNOUS FLUORIDE: This rinse is usually used immediately after brushing or flossing the teeth. Add the solution to the 1/8 fluid ounce mark in the mixing vial. Add water to the 1 ounce mark and mix. Place 1/2 of solution into mouth and vigorously swish for 1 minute, then spit out. Repeat the 1 minute treatment with remaining solution and spit out. If you are using a home irrigator, prepare 1 ounce of solution as described above. Pour into irrigator reservoir and add 4 more ounces of water. Mix thoroughly. Use as directed.

STANNOUS FLUORIDE USES:
Stannous fluoride makes teeth more resistant to decay and bacteria that cause cavities. STANNOUS FLUORIDE is used to prevent cavities.

STANNOUS FLUORIDE PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing illnesses: allergies (especially to fluoride), on a low-salt diet, live in an area where the drinking water is fluoridated. This fluoride supplement is used when the drinking water contains low fluoride levels (less than 0.7 parts per million). STANNOUS FLUORIDE should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

STANNOUS FLUORIDE DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

STANNOUS FLUORIDE OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea, vomiting, excess saliva, stomach pain, diarrhea, irritability, seizures, and loss of consciousness.

STANNOUS FLUORIDE NOTES:
Fluoride is found in tea, fluoridated water and fish eaten with bones such as sardines. Adequate toothbrushing should prevent any staining of teeth from occurring.

MISSED STANNOUS FLUORIDE 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.

STANNOUS FLUORIDE STORAGE:
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.