Polident
Stannous fluoride · Paste · Dental
Active ingredient
Active ingredient Stannous fluoride 0.454% (0.15% w/v fluoride ion)
Purpose
Purposes Anticavity, Antigingivitis
Uses
Uses aids in the prevention of dental cavities. helps prevent gingivitis, an early form of gum disease. helps interfere with harmful effects of plaque associated with gingivitis.
Warnings
Warnings Stop use and ask a dentist if gingivitis, bleeding, or redness persists for more than 2 weeks. you have painful or swollen gums, pus from the gum line, loose teeth, or increasing spacing between the teeth. These may be signs or symptoms of periodontitis, a serious form of gum disease. Keep out of reach of children under 6 years of age. If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a dentist if gingivitis, bleeding, or redness persists for more than 2 weeks. you have painful or swollen gums, pus from the gum line, loose teeth, or increasing spacing between the teeth. These may be signs or symptoms of periodontitis, a serious form of gum disease.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children under 6 years of age. 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 2 years of age and older: apply toothpaste onto a toothbrush. brush teeth thoroughly, preferably after each meal at least twice a day, and not more than 3 times a day, or as directed by a dentist or doctor. Minimize swallowing. Spit out after brushing. to minimize swallowing for children under 6 years of age, use a pea-sized amount and supervise brushing and rinsing until good habits are established. children under 2 years of age: Consult a dentist or doctor.
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients glycerin, PEG-8, hydrated silica, pentasodium triphosphate, flavor, sodium lauryl sulfate, titanium dioxide, polyacrylic acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, sodium saccharin
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-866-844-2796
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Haleon US Holdings LLC (revised Feb 7, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Stannous Fluoride in 1 product
Polident NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0135-0710 | Stannous Fluoride 1.5 mg/g Paste | Haleon US Holdings LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Polident used for?
Uses aids in the prevention of dental cavities. helps prevent gingivitis, an early form of gum disease. helps interfere with harmful effects of plaque associated with gingivitis.
Who makes Polident?
Polident is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Haleon US Holdings LLC.