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Colgate-Palmolive Company

Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) is used to prevent cavities (tooth deacy) in patients over 6 years of age.

Do not take Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride)

Before using Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine or dietary supplement if you have any other medical condition

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.

Other: None

How much medicine you are given and how often it is given depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) you are given, talk with your health care provider. Read directions carefully before using. Use Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) once daily in place of your regular toothpaste unless otherwise directed by your dental professional. Adults and children 6 years of age and older, apply a thin ribbon of Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) to your toothbrush. Brush thoroughly once daily for 2 minutes, preferably at bedtime. Do not swallow Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride). Adults - Spit out after use. Do not eat, drink, or rinse for 30 minutes. Children ages 6 to 16 - Spit out after use and rinse mouth thoroughly. Gum tissues may be sensitive to some flavors or alcohol contents of these products. Notify your dentist if your teeth become spotted or stained. Fluoride helps reduce cavity formation but does not replace good oral hygiene practices (eg, brushing, flossing). See your dental professional regularly. Different communities have different amounts of fluoride in the drinking water. Check with your doctor or dental professional regarding changes in dosing if you move. Children under 6 years of age should not receive Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) unless recommended by a dentist or doctor. Do not stop taking Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with other medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your doctor or health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your doctor. If more than one dose is missed, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Store Prevident 5000 Plus (sodium fluoride) at controlled room temperature (68 to 77 degrees F). Replace the cover after each use. Keep out of the reach of children.