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Note on this source. The FDA label used for this page covers a combination product listed as Sodium Fluoride And Hydrofluoric Acid. The information below therefore describes that product, not Hydrofluoric Acid on its own. Check the label of the specific product you have.
Quick facts
- How it is given
- dental
- Type
- human prescription drug
- Brand names
- Alpha-Pro
- RxNorm ID
- 1297381
We do not publish dosing. How much of this medicine to take, how often, and for how long depends on your age, weight, kidney and liver function, other conditions and other medicines. That is a decision for the person who prescribes or dispenses it. Follow the directions on your own pack and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.
What it is used to treat
Indications and Usage: Topical application of APF gel is indicated in the prevention of dental caries. This treatment is normally used two times per year and should not exceed four times per year.
About this medicine
Active Ingredients: 1.23% w/w Fluoride Ion (0.79% from Sodium Fluoride and 0.44% from Hydrogen Fluoride) in 0.1 Molar Phosphoric Acid. DENTAL TECHNOLOGIES LINCOLNWOOD, ILLINOIS 60712 USA www.dentaltech.com Questions or Comments? Call: 1-800-835-0885 (US) or 1-847-677-5500 PM-5098 Rev002
Who should not take it
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to fluoride.
Warnings
Warning: Keep out of reach of children. Do not swallow. If swallowed during treatment, administer milk, limewater, or antacid. If larger dose is ingested (more than 1/4 ounce), contact poison control and immediately seek medical help. Contains FD&C Yellow No.6.
Reported side effects
Adverse Reactions: Developing teeth of children under age 6 may become permanently discolored if excessive amounts are repeatedly swallowed. The following adverse reactions are possible in individuals hypersensitive to fluoride: eczema, atopic dermatitis, urticaria, gastric distress, headache, and weakness.
Before you take anything new
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This page is built from the openFDA record of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's approved labelling for this product, effective 4 November 2025. Label text has been shortened and reformatted for readability; safety wording has not been altered in meaning. FDA labelling describes products approved in the United States — brand names, strengths, formulations and approved uses may differ in your country. Always read the leaflet that comes with your own pack. PocketsInfo is not affiliated with, and is not endorsed by, the FDA. Retrieved 2026-07-30.