What is duraphat

For mixed dentition up to 0. For permanent dentition up to 0. For caries prevention, the application is usually repeated every 6 months but more frequent applications every 3 months may be made. For hypersensitivity 2 or 3 applications should be made within a few days.

The patient should not brush the teeth or chew food for 4 hours after treatment. Hypersensitivity to colophony natural resin , ulcerative gingivitis, stomatitis, and bronchial asthma.

Colgate Duraphat is indicated as a spot application fluoride treatment for at risk tooth surfaces and should not be applied to the whole dentition in one session. Not for systemic treatment. As this product contains Each dose contains up to 0. On the day when Colgate Duraphat has been applied, no high dose fluoride preparations such as fluoride gels should be used. The administration of fluoride supplements should be suspended for several days after applying Colgate Duraphat.

The presence of alcohol in the Duraphat formula should be considered. In subjects with a tendency to allergic reactions, oedematous swelling of the oral mucosa has been observed in exceptional cases, especially after extensive application. Ulcerative gingivitis and stomatitis have been reported by sensitive individuals. In rare cases, asthma attacks may occur in patients who have bronchial asthma. In patients with gastric sensitivity retching or vomiting may occur after a high dosage and extensive application.

If necessary the varnish layer can easily be removed from the mouth by brushing and rinsing. Accidental ingestion of large amounts of fluoride may result in acute burning in the mouth and sore tongue. Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea may soon occur after ingestion within 30 minutes and are accompanied by salivation, heamaternesis, and epigastric cramping abdominal pain. These symptoms may persist for 24 hours.

Box of 1 tube of 10mL Colgate Duraphat. For Professional Use Only. Keep out of reach of children. Three years if unopened.

Colgate Duraphat toothpaste is a prescription-strength fluoride toothpaste for adults who require additional support for their teeth to prevent tooth decay. Duraphat toothpaste can be purchased from The Independent Pharmacy and delivered to you, once you have completed an online consultation that has been approved by one of our medical team.

This treatment requires an online consultation for review by our medical team. The decision to supply the specific treatment and quantity requested will be based on whether our medical team are satisfied that it will be safe, appropriate, and effective. Colgate Duraphat is sodium fluoride toothpaste available on prescription to prevent tooth decay in adults who are at high risk of developing dental caries.

People who may benefit from a high strength fluoride toothpaste include those with:. With daily use, this high fluoride toothpaste can help prevent tooth decay and even help repair the enamel and dentine to reverse the damage that has already occurred.

Duraphat contains a high dose of sodium fluoride, which when applied directly to the teeth prevents the breakdown of the tooth surface and prompts remineralization helping to repair and strengthen teeth that may already be damaged.

With regular, long-term use, Colgate Duraphat is highly effective at promoting stronger healthier teeth. Most over-the-counter toothpaste contains ppm of fluoride, however, Duraphat has been clinically designed to promote the repair and strength of vulnerable teeth and therefore can be prescribed at either ppm or ppm depending on the recommended dose to suit you.

If you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or breastfeeding you should speak to a doctor, dentist or pharmacist before using this product. Duraphat toothpaste is applied directly to the teeth. For use by adults over the age of 18 years. You should use this product as prescribed instead of your normal toothpaste. Sorbitol solution E , dental type silica E , macrogol E , tetra potassium pyrophosphate E , xanthan gum E , sodium benzoate E , sodium lauryl sulfate, menthol, propylene glycol , carvone, spearmint oil, peppermint oil, anethole, and vanillin, saccharin sodium E , brilliant blue FCF E and purified water.

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You did not add any gift products to the cart. Check your available gifts! Duraphat Fluoride Varnish - 10ml. SKU: Credentials will be manually verified before any purchases are authorised. Orders containing pharmacuetical products can only be dispatched to a CQC registered address. Due to temperature control reasons this product will not be shipped on a Friday. Add to Cart. Related Products Include:. Characteristics 22,ppm F Sodium Fluoride varnish. Tinted for easy visualisation.

Benefits Clinically proven efficacy against caries. There is a clinically-proven relationship, which is dose-dependent, between the fluoride level in a daily toothpaste and the degree of clinical anti-caries efficacy. The longer the duration of topical fluoride application, the greater the anti-caries benefits.

Clinical studies have shown the efficacy of Colgate Duraphat for at home use. The main benefit of using Colgate Duraphat is the protection it provides against the occurrence of dental caries in adults over the age of It effectively prevents formation caries when used on a regular basis.

Duraphat Toothpaste is to be used by persons who are aged 18 and above. Use Colgate Duraphat according to the instructions of your dentist or doctor. If you have doubts about the proper use of this product, ask your dentist. Use Colgate Duraphat 3 times a day for brushing your teeth, doing the following steps:. Do not use a double dose to make up for the missed dose. Continue your usual treatment after the next meal.

Apply 2 cm toothpaste ribbon onto your toothbrush, which is equivalent to 3 mg to 5 mg of fluoride. Do this three times a day, after each meal. Duraphat Toothpaste, like other medicines, can cause some unwanted side effects, although not everyone who uses the toothpaste gets them. In very rare cases, people treated with Colgate Duraphat have allergic reactions. The symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, swelling itching, and redness.