name: | SodiumMonofluorophosphate |
ATC code: | A12CD02 | route: | oral |
n-compartments | 1 |
Sodium monofluorophosphate is an inorganic compound used mainly as a source of fluoride for the prevention of dental caries in toothpaste. It is not a systemically approved drug for therapeutic use, but is widely present in over-the-counter oral hygiene products. Its role is to provide topical fluoride to teeth for remineralization and caries prevention.
Estimated pharmacokinetic parameters for oral administration in healthy adults, based on properties of monofluorophosphate and analogy with sodium fluoride.