Potassium nitrate
- Generic Name
- Potassium nitrate
- Brand Names
- Meijer, Prevident 5000 Sensitive, Styptstix
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- KNO3
- CAS Number
- 7757-79-1
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- RU45X2JN0Z
- Background
Potassium nitrate is an inorganic salt with a chemical formula of KNO3. It is a natural source of nitrate and has been used as a constituent for several different purposes, including food preservatives, fertilizers, tree stump removal, rocket propellants, and fireworks. Potassium nitrate is a common active ingredient in toothpaste, exerting an anti-sensitivity action. It provides increasing protection against painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, sweets or contact .
In addition, potassium nitrate is used as a diuretic in pigs, cattle, and horses. It is administered orally doses up to 30 g per animal per day .
- Indication
For the relief of tooth sensitivity, and is also used as a pesticide, insecticide, as a food additive, and a rodenticide .
- Associated Conditions
- Sensitivity, Tooth
- Associated Therapies
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