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Flavoride is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Incontinence. Flavoride also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Flavoride is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Flavoride include Dry Mouth, Drowsiness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flavoride can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flavoride are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Flavoride's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Flavoride's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Flavoride contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Flavoride have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flavoride is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Flavoride is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flavoride is used -
Common
Is the use of Flavoride safe for pregnant women?
Flavoride has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Flavoride safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Flavoride for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Flavoride on the Kidneys?
Flavoride may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Flavoride on the Liver?
Flavoride has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Flavoride on the Heart?
Using Flavoride does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Flavoride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flavoride unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flavoride habit forming or addictive?
Flavoride does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Flavoride since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Flavoride is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Flavoride is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flavoride
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Flavoride with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flavoride
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flavoride with alcohol will be.
Yes, Flavoride may cause dizziness. It is one of the serious side effects. Dizziness is a feeling of light-headedness when one might feel unstable and disoriented. Dizziness can be prevented by removing tripping hazards in the home, avoiding alcohol, tobacco, and caffeine which can worsen the symptoms, drinking enough fluids and getting plenty of sleep.
No, Flavoride is not available over the counter. It is a prescription drug. It is available when it is prescribed by a doctor.
No, Flavoride is not used for UTI (urinary tract infections). It is used for treating frequent, painful, and nighttime urination. It is also used for treating urgency arising from the infections of bladder, prostate, and kidneys. Flavoride doesn't treat the cause of bladder symptoms. It is not an antibiotic. It doesn't cure infections.
Yes, Flavoride may cause nausea. Some of the other side effects caused by Flavoride are eye pain, blurred vision, increased sensitivity of the eye to pain, dry mouth or throat, stomach upset and vomiting. Nausea can be prevented and managed by eating ginger, using peppermint aromatherapy, using acupuncture or acupressure, inhaling lemons, taking deep breaths, using certain spices, relaxing the muscles, taking vitamin b6 supplements and avoiding large meals can help.
No, Flavoride is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-spasmodic agent which is used to treat overactive bladder (a condition in which bladder muscles contract uncontrollably causing frequent and urgent need to urinate).
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 118