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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

Overview

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 .

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

FDA Approved Products

SILVER NITRATE POTASSIUM NITRATE
Manufacturer:McKesson Medical-Surgical
Route:TOPICAL
Strength:75 mg in 1 g
Approved: 2021/01/15
NDC:68599-6302
Sodium Fluoride and Potassium Nitrate
Manufacturer:Westminster Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Route:DENTAL
Strength:57.5 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2022/06/15
NDC:69367-318
Sodium Fluoride 5000 ppm Enamel Protect
Manufacturer:Sheffield Pharmaceuticals LLC
Route:DENTAL
Strength:57.5 mg in 1 mL
Approved: 2021/01/07
NDC:11527-745
FluoriMax 5000 Sensitive
Manufacturer:Elevate Oral Care
Route:TOPICAL
Strength:5 g in 100 g
Approved: 2022/03/11
NDC:57511-0503
FLUORIDEX
Manufacturer:DENT-MAT HOLDINGS, LLC.
Route:DENTAL
Strength:50 mg in 1 g
Approved: 2023/08/03
NDC:59883-031

Singapore Approved Products

No Singapore products found for this drug

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