Sodium: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Brands

How to use Sodium

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Aids in the prevention of dental cavities

How to take it and how often

Adults and children 6 years of age and older: use once a day after brushing your teeth with a toothpaste vigorously swish 10 milliliters of rinse between your teeth for 1 minute and then spit out do not swallow the rinse do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after rinsing instruct
Children under 12 years of age in good rinsing habits (to minimize swallowing) supervise children as necessary until capable of using without supervision
Children under 6 years of age: consult a dentist or doctor

Warnings

For this product

Possible side effects

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How to store it

Store at room temperature Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

Remind me to take it Full official label

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2026-02-19.

Brands around the world

Products with Sodium as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Anticavity Rinse

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Montelukast SodiumMONTELUKAST SODIUM 10 mg/1 · Tablet, Film Coated · ORGANON PHARMA (UK) LIMITED

NDC 60312-0117Label

Sodium Citrate W/v AnticoagulantTRISODIUM CITRATE DIHYDRATE 4 g/100mL · Injection, Solution · Terumo BCT, Ltd

NDC 14537-883Label

Colgate Optic White Stain Fighter With Baking Soda With Baking SodaSODIUM FLUORIDE 1.1 mg/g · Paste, Dentifrice · Colgate-Palmolive Company

NDC 35000-809Label

Alcohol Free Refreshing MintSODIUM FLUORIDE .1 mg/mL · Mouthwash · H E B

NDC 37808-576Label

Act Anticavity Fluoride MintSODIUM FLUORIDE .2 mg/mL · Rinse · Chattem, Inc.

NDC 41167-0942Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACPromto A4-6103 NAFDACSubcef B4-5191 NAFDACTazpen A4-1343 NAFDACMega-2D B4-2094 NAFDACTriumeq B4-8285 NAFDACZamclox A4-8941 NAFDACOliclox B4-6444 NAFDACEcopain A4-101757 NAFDACKrisonec A11-100334 NAFDACCloxypak A11-1275 NAFDACAcofenac B4-4208 NAFDACMeprasil 04-5478

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Sensodyne PRONAMEL (Potassium nitrate 5%, Sodium fluoride 0.25%) Active SHIELD Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth, Fresh Mint, Net WT 3.4OZ (96.4g) Tube, 6 tubes x 2 inners, per case, U.S. FDA Class III

5 Aug 2025 · Haleon US Holdings LLC · OngoingLabeling: Label Mix-up: The outer carton is labelled Fresh Mint. The tube is labelled Cool Mint/Whitening. The toothpaste inside the tube is Fresh Mint as indicated on the outer carton

Maximum Security, Anticavity Gel Toothpaste, Sodium Fluoride 0.22%, Fresh Mint Flavor, NET WT 1.5 OZ (43 g) Tube, Made in India, Dist. by Bob Barker Co. Inc., Fuquay-Varina, NC 275U.S. FDA Class II

24 Apr 2025 · KENIL HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED · TerminatedCGMP Deviations

Maximum Security Anticavity Gel Toothpaste, Sodium Fluoride 0.22%, Fresh Mint Flavor, Net Wt 0.6 OZ (17 g) Tube, Made in India, Dist. by Bob Barker Co. Inc., Fuquay-Varina, NC 2752U.S. FDA Class II

24 Apr 2025 · KENIL HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED · TerminatedCGMP Deviations

Maximum Security, Anticavity Gel Toothpaste, Sodium Fluoride 0.22%, Fresh Mint Flavor, NET WT 0.85 oz (24 g) Tube, Made in India, Dist. by Bob Barker Co. Inc. Fuquay-Varnia, NC 275U.S. FDA Class II

24 Apr 2025 · KENIL HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED · TerminatedCGMP Deviations

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Sodium

What is Sodium used for?

aids in the prevention of dental cavities (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Sodium?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Adults and children 6 years of age and older: use once a day after brushing your teeth with a toothpaste vigorously swish 10 milliliters of rinse between your teeth for 1 minute and then spit out do not swallow the rinse do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after rinsing instruct children under 12 years of age in good rinsing habits (to minimize swallowing) supervise children as …

Do I need a prescription for Sodium?

In many countries Sodium is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Sodium?

Sodium is sold under names such as Anticavity Rinse. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Sodium is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.