Ortho Guard

ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH 10 ml) 

SODIUM FLUORIDE 4.4 mg  PURPOSE - ANTICAVITY

AIDS IN THE PREVENTION OF DENTAL DECAY

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• Very upset stomach or throwing up.

Applies to fluoride topical: mucous membrane powder for reconstitution, mucous membrane solution, topical cream, topical gel, topical kit, topical paste, topical solution, topical swab

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects including allergic reactions have been reported.[Ref]

Oncologic

It has been shown that fluoride ion has potential to induce chromosome aberrations in cultured human and animal cells at doses much higher than those to which humans are exposed. In vivo data are conflicting.[Ref]

Some side effects of Ortho Guard may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.