Potassium Nitrate (Potassium Nitrate)
Overview of Potassium Nitrate
Potassium Nitrate is included in dentrifrices for the treatment of hypersensitive teeth. Potassium Nitrate is also used as a preservative in foods.
Indication of Potassium Nitrate
Potassium Nitrate is primarily indicated in conditions like Pain of hypersensitive teeth.
Contraindication of Potassium Nitrate
Potassium Nitrate is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Side Effects of Potassium Nitrate
The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Potassium Nitrate are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Vertigo, Headache, Hypotension, Convulsions, Cyanosis, GI disturbance, Collapse, Flushing of the skin, Irregular pulse, Methemoglobinemia.
Precautions of Potassium Nitrate
Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep from contact with clothing and other combustible materials.If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.