Brand name:
Poly-Vi-Flor
Pronounced: pol-ee-VIE-floor
Generic ingredients:
Vitamins, Fluoride
Why is Poly-Vi-Flor prescribed?
Poly-Vi-Flor is a multivitamin and fluoride supplement. The drops
have 9 essential vitamins; the chewable tablets have 10.
Poly-Vi-Flor is prescribed for children aged 2 and older to provide
fluoride where the drinking water contains less than the amount
recommended by the American Dental Association to build strong teeth
and prevent cavities. Poly-Vi-Flor also supplies significant amounts
of vitamins to help prevent deficiencies. The American Academy of
Pediatrics recommends that children up to age 16 take a fluoride
supplement if they live in areas where the drinking water contains
less than the recommended amount of fluoride.
Most important fact about Poly-Vi-Flor
Do not give your child more than the recommended dose. Too much
fluoride can cause discoloration and pitting of teeth.
How should you take Poly-Vi-Flor?
Do not give your child more than your doctor prescribes.
Poly-Vi-Flor chewable tablets should be chewed or crushed before
swallowing. You can put Poly-Vi-Flor drops directly into a child's
mouth with the dropper provided or mix them into cereal, juice, or
other food.
--If you miss a dose...
Give it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the
next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular
schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.
--Storage instructions...
Store away from heat, light, and moisture.
Poly-Vi-Flor side effects
Rarely, an allergic rash has occurred.
Why should Poly-Vi-Flor not be prescribed?
Children should not take Poly-Vi-Flor if they are getting
significant amounts of fluoride from other medications or sources.
Special warnings about Poly-Vi-Flor
Do not give your child more than the recommended dosage. Your
child's teeth should be checked periodically for discoloration or
pitting. Notify your doctor if white, brown, or black spots appear
on your child's teeth.
The fluoride level of your drinking water should be determined
before Poly-Vi-Flor is prescribed.
Let your doctor know if you change drinking water or filtering
systems.
Fluoride does not replace proper dental habits, such as brushing,
flossing, and having dental checkups.
Recommended dosage for Poly-Vi-Flor
The usual dose is 1 tablet or 1 milliliter every day as
prescribed by the doctor; your doctor will choose the strength
according to your child's age and the amount of fluoride in the
drinking water.
Overdosage
Although overdose is unlikely, any medication taken in excess can
have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical
treatment immediately.
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