Fluoride overdose


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Definition

Poisoning from an overdose of fluoride.


Poisonous Ingredient
  • fluoride

Where Found
  • sodium fluoride tablets
  • sodium fluoride liquid
  • Tri and multivitamins with fluoride (Tri-Vi-Flor, Poly-Vi-Flor, Vi-Daylin F)
  • fluoridated water
  • some mouthwashes (ACT, Fluorigard)
  • some toothpastes (Crest, Aqua Fresh, Colgate MFP)
  • roach powders
  • etching cream

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.



Review Date: 10/31/2006
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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