Drug Reference
Monofluorophosphate
OTC
Fact box
- Habit forming
- No
- Availability
- Over-the-counter (OTC)
Brand names
Monocal
Available as
0.0114 MG/MG1.3 MG/ML0.0084 MG/MG0.001 MG/MG0.008 MG/MG0.0075 MG/MG0.006 MG/MG0.0083 MG/MG0.05 MG/MG0.0088 MG/MG0.0074 MG/MG625 MG · Oral Tablet0.0072 MG/MG0.00834 MG/MG0.00758 MG/MG0.0079 MG/MG0.18 MG/MG0.0076 MG/MG0.0014 MG/MG0.00884 MG/MG
FDA label sections are from openFDA and may not reflect the most recent labeling — confirm against the current DailyMed label.
Uses
Uses aids in the prevention of dental cavities
How to use / dosing
Directions adults and children 2 years of age and older: brush teeth thoroughly, preferably after ach meal or at least twice per day, or as directed by a dentist or doctor. instruct children under 6 years of age in good brushing and rinsing habits (to minimize swallowing). supervise children as necessary until capable of using without supervision. children under 2 years of age: Consult a dentist or doctor.
Safety advice
Conservative summary derived from FDA labeling — defaults to “consult your doctor” unless the label is explicit. Not a substitute for your clinician’s advice.
PregnancyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
BreastfeedingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label. Check LactMed →
AlcoholNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
DrivingNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
KidneyNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
LiverNo information
No specific information in the FDA label.
Warnings & precautions
Warnings Keep out of reach of children under 6 years of age . If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Current FDA labels (DailyMed)
- COLGATE BAKING SODA AND PEROXIDE WHITENING OXYGEN BUBBLES FROSTY MINT (SODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE) PASTE, DENTIFRICE [COLGATE-PALMOLIVE COMPANY]
- TOMS WICKED FRESH SLS-FREE PEPPERMINT (PWFT) (SODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE) PASTE, DENTIFRICE [TOM'S OF MAINE, INC.]
- CREST 3D WHITE DEEP STAIN REMOVER ULTRA WHITE (SODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE) PASTE, DENTIFRICE [THE PROCTER & GAMBLE MANUFACTURING COMPANY]
- TOMS KIDS WATERMELON WIGGLE (SODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE) PASTE, DENTIFRICE [TOM'S OF MAINE, INC.]
- DR. NOAH KIDS TOOTH (SODIUM MONOFLUOROPHOSPHATE) PASTE, DENTIFRICE [PROJECT NOAH INC.]
Authoritative sources
Reference only — not clinical advice. Verify against current FDA labeling and consult a licensed provider. About half of pediatric drug use is off-label and is not reflected in FDA labels; absence of pediatric information does not mean a medicine is unused or unsafe in children.