Crest
Cetylpyridinium chloride · Paste, Dentifrice · Dental, Oral
Active ingredient
Drug Facts Active ingredient Stannous fluoride 0.454% (0.14% w/v fluoride ion)
Purpose
Purposes Anticavity, antigingivitis, antisensitivity toothpaste
Uses
Uses aids in the prevention of cavities helps prevent gingivitis helps interfere with the harmful effects of plaque associated with gingivitis helps control plaque bacteria that contribute to the development of gingivitis builds increasing protection against painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, sweets, or contact
Warnings
When using this product do not use for sensitivity longer than four weeks unless recommended by a dentist. Stop use and ask a dentist if the sensitivity problem persists or worsens. Sensitive teeth may indicate a serious problem that may need prompt care. Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
When using this product
When using this product do not use for sensitivity longer than four weeks unless recommended by a dentist.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a dentist if the sensitivity problem persists or worsens. Sensitive teeth may indicate a serious problem that may need prompt care.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions adults and children 12 yrs. & older: apply at least a 1-inch strip of the product onto a soft bristle toothbrush. Brush teeth thoroughly for at least 1 minute twice a day (morning and evening) or as recommended by a dentist. Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth do not swallow children under 12 yrs. of age: ask a dentist
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients water, sorbitol, hydrated silica, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium gluconate, flavor, carrageenan, sodium citrate, xanthan gum, zinc citrate, sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, stannous chloride, sucralose, titanium dioxide
Questions?
Questions? 1-800-492-7378
Label text from the FDA structured product label by The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (revised Aug 27, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Stannous Fluoride in 22 products
- Sodium Fluoride in 14 products
- Cetylpyridinium Chloride in 3 products
Crest NDC products (39)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58933-045 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | Procter & Gamble Manufactura, S. de R.L. de C.V. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58933-048 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | Procter & Gamble Manufactura, S. de R.L. de C.V. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58933-171 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | Procter & Gamble Manufactura, S. de R.L. de C.V. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58933-868 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | Procter & Gamble Manufactura, S. de R.L. de C.V. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58933-046 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Mxico, S. de R.L. de C.V. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 58933-047 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Mxico, S. de R.L. de C.V. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-642 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-873 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-875 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-877 | Stannous Fluoride 1.6 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-879 | Stannous Fluoride 1.4 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-897 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-602 | Cetylpyridinium Chloride .014 g/mL Rinse | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-618 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-619 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-627 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-640 | Cetylpyridinium Chloride .014 g/mL Rinse | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-641 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-861 | Stannous Fluoride 1.4 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-643 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-657 | Stannous Fluoride 1.4 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-658 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 84126-659 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-869 | Stannous Fluoride 1.6 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-868 | Stannous Fluoride 1.6 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-867 | Stannous Fluoride 1.6 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37000-171 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-860 | Stannous Fluoride 1.4 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-857 | Stannous Fluoride 1.4 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-852 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-787 | Sodium Fluoride 1.6 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-786 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-784 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-783 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-782 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69423-781 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37000-868 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37000-576 | Cetylpyridinium Chloride .014 g/mL Rinse | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37000-174 | Sodium Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste, Dentifrice | The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Crest used for?
Uses aids in the prevention of cavities helps prevent gingivitis helps interfere with the harmful effects of plaque associated with gingivitis helps control plaque bacteria that contribute to the development of gingivitis builds increasing protection against painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, sweets, or contact
Who makes Crest?
Crest is listed by 3 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Procter & Gamble Manufactura, S. de R.L. de C.V., Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Mxico, S. de R.L. de C.V., The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company.