Fluoride
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What is the most important information I should know about fluoride?
| Pronunciation: | FLOR ide |
| Brand: | Altaflor, Ethedent Chewable, Fluoritab, Flura-Drops, Flura-Loz, Flura-Tab, Karidium, Lozi-Flur, Luride, Nafrinse, Pharmaflur, Pharmaflur 1.1 |
 | You should not use fluoride if the level of fluoride in your drinking water is greater than 0.7 parts per million (ppm). |
Before using fluoride, tell your dentist and doctor if you are on a low salt or a salt free diet. You may not be able to use fluoride, or you may need special tests while you are using it.
| Do not take fluoride with milk, other dairy products, or calcium supplements. Calcium can make it harder for your body to absorb fluoride. |
Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice. Use only the specific type of antacid your doctor recommends. Many antacids contain calcium, which can interfere with fluoride absorption.
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| Last updated: | March 24, 2008 |
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