Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Colgate Total Advanced Health Sensitive
ABOUT THIS MEDICATION
What the medication is used for:
- Prevention of cavities
- Prevention of plaque
- Prevention of gingivitis
- Prevention of calculus (tartar)
- Reduction of dentin hypersensitivity
What it does:
Colgate Total Advanced Health Sensitive contains triclosan, sodium fluoride and silicon dioxide. Triclosan is a broad spectrum antibacterial compound that will kill the bacteria in plaque that can lead to gingivitis and calculus formation. The sodium fluoride helps in making the teeth more resistant to cavities by strengthening the teeth through the remineralization process. The silicon dioxide seals open tubules in the teeth to reduce sensitivity.
When it should not be used:
Colgate Total Advanced Health toothpaste contains standard toothpaste ingredients plus triclosan and fluoride. Persons with known sensitivities to any of these ingredients should avoid using the product.
What the medicinal ingredients are:
Sodium Fluoride, Triclosan, Silicon Dioxide
What the important nonmedicinal ingredients are:
Water, hydrated silica, glycerin, sorbitol, sodium lauryl sulfate, PVM/MA copolymer, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, flavour, sodium hydroxide, sodium saccharin, iota carrageenan, propylene glycol, titanium dioxide
What dosage forms it comes in:
Colgate Total Advanced Health Sensitive toothpaste is available in 85 ml, 125 ml and 170 ml tubes. .
PROPER USE OF THIS MEDICATION
Usual dose:
For adults and children over 12 years of age: apply a ribbon of toothpaste across the head of toothbrush; brush teeth at least twice daily. Colgate Total Advanced Health Sensitive should be used as part of an oral health program that includes regular flossing and a dental check-up every 6 months.
Overdose:
If a full tube of toothpaste is ingested, the patient may experience slight gastrointestinal disturbances. Treatment should consist of drinking plenty of water and treat symptomatically as needed.
SIDE EFFECTS AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT THEM
No significant side effects. As with any toothpaste there is the possibility of minor mouth irritation caused by sensitivity to standard toothpaste ingredients. If this occurs discontinue use of the toothpaste.
For any unexpected effects while taking Colgate Total Advanced Health Sensitive toothpaste contact your doctor or pharmacist.
HOW TO STORE IT
Store at room temperature (15 – 30˚C).
REPORTING SUSPECTED SIDE EFFECTS You can report any suspected adverse reactions associated with the use of health products to the Canada Vigilance Program by one of the following 3 ways:
- Report online at www.healthcanada.gc.ca/medeffect
- Call toll-free at 1-866-234-2345
Complete a Canada Vigilance Reporting Form and: ○Fax toll-free to 1-866-678-6789, or ○Mail to:
Canada Vigilance Program
Health Canada
Postal Locator 0701D
Ottawa, Ontario
K1A 0K9
Postage paid labels, Canada Vigilance Reporting Form and the adverse reaction reporting guidelines are available on the MedEffect™ Canada Web site at
www.healthcanada.gc.ca/medeffect.
NOTE: Should you require information related to the management of side effects, contact your health professional. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.
In case of accidental drug overdose, contact a health care practitioner, hospital emergency department or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
MORE INFORMATION
This document plus the full product monograph, prepared for health professionals can be obtained by contacting the sponsor, Colgate-Palmolive Canada Inc. at:
1-800-268-6757