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What is Luride and why is it prescribed? Luride is prescribed to strengthen children's teeth against decay during the period when the teeth are still developing. Studies have shown that children who live where the drinking water contains a certain level of fluoride have fewer cavities than others. Fluoride helps prevent cavities in three ways: by increasing the teeth's resistance to dissolving on contact with acid, by strengthening teeth, and by slowing down the growth of mouth bacteria. Luride may be given to children who live where the water fluoride level is 0.6 parts per million or less. Before Luride is prescribed, it is important for the doctor to know the fluoride content of the water your child drinks every day. Your water company, or a private laboratory, can tell you the level of fluoride in your water. How should you take Luride? Follow your doctors directions for taking Luride. It is preferable to give the tablet at bedtime after the child's teeth have been brushed. The youngster may chew and swallow the tablet or simply suck on it until it dissolves. The liquid form of this medicine is to be taken by mouth only. It may be dropped directly into the mouth or mixed with water or fruit juice. Always store Luride drops in the original plastic dropper bottle. 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 two doses at once. Store Luride at room temperature away from heat, light, and moisture. Keep the liquid from freezing. Are there any Luride side effects? Luride side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. In rare cases, Luride may cause an allergic rash or some other unexpected effect. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Luride? If Luride is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. Avoid giving your child Luride with dairy products. The calcium in dairy products may interact with the fluoride to create calcium fluoride, which the body cannot absorb well. Are there any special warnings about Luride? Do not give full-strength tablets (1 milligram) to children under the age of 6. Do not give the half-strength tablets (0.5 milligram) to children under 3, or to children under 6 when your drinking water fluoride content is 0.3 parts per million or more. Do not give the quarter-strength tablets (0.25 milligrams) to children under 6 months, or to children under 3 years when fluoride content is 0.3 parts per million or more. |
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