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-sensitivi...
- 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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Herbal extracts in orofacial pain: a systematic review and direct and indirect meta-analysis
7709 studies identified, 62 included after deduplication and assessment. Most studies were blinded with sample sizes ranging from 15 to 270 patients. 70 different plants from 44 families were identified. Risk of bias assessment showed 27 studies with concerns, 22 with low risk, and 13 with high risk. 62 papers identified 17 orofacial pain conditions categorized into six groups. Meta-analyses found herbal extracts more effective in reducing periodontal, oral surgery, oral neuropathic, endodontic, oral mucosal, and TMD pain compared to standard therapies.
Could this be the substance patented against salmon lice?
Vestland Pharma has patented a potential new drug against salmon lice, partnering with Coast Seafood and Sarsia for funding. Initial studies show the drug's effectiveness without harming fish. Further testing will follow DMP guidelines, aiming for field trials next autumn, potentially allowing early use by farmers. Speculation suggests the drug may involve potassium compounds, based on a related patent.
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