Potassium nitrate

A dental caries preventive and sensitive toothpaste; for twice daily self-applied topical use,following by rinsing, helps reduce the painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acid

Drug Facts

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Drug facts

Used for: A dental caries preventive and sensitive toothpaste; for twice daily self-applied topical use,following by rinsing, helps reduce the painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acid
How to take it: Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Apply at least a 1-inch strip of the product onto a soft-bristle toothbrush.
Do not take if: Do not use this product longer than 4 weeks unless recommended by a dentist or doctor.

What it is used for

Helps reduce painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, and sweets, or contact.

How to take it

Adults and children 12 years of age and 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 or doctor. Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth. Children under 12 years of age: Consult a dentist or doctor.

Who should not take it

Do not use this product longer than 4 weeks unless recommended by a dentist or doctor.

What to say before you start

Sensitive teeth may indicate a serious problem that may need prompt care by a dentist. See your dentist if the problem persists or worsens.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children.

Active ingredient

Potassium Nitrate 5%

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NLM: sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Potassium nitrate; [reviewed 2026 Aug 3; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/potassium-nitrate
APA 7th: sofidex. (2026, August 3). Potassium nitrate. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/potassium-nitrate
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