Fluorides
- Name
- Fluorides
- Accession Number
- DBCAT001983
- Description
Inorganic salts of hydrofluoric acid, HF, in which the fluorine atom is in the -1 oxidation state. (McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, 4th ed) Sodium and stannous salts are commonly used in dentifrices.
- ATC Classification
- Drugs
Drug Drug Description Sodium fluoride An ingredient of various dental preparations used to support tooth mineralization and the prevention of dental caries. Sodium fluorophosphate A fluoride anticaries agent used to prevent and treat dental cavities. Calcium fluoride Not Annotated Stannous fluoride A medication used to treat dental hypersensitivity, produce enamel, prevent gingivitis and cavities, and prevent periodontal infections. Sulfur hexafluoride A medication used in ultrasound to enhance viewing of blood vessels and the urinary tract. - Drugs & Drug Targets
Drug Target Type Sodium fluoride Hydroxyapatite target Sodium fluoride Enolase-phosphatase E1 enzyme Sodium fluoride Enolase enzyme Sodium fluoride Enolase enzyme Sodium fluoride Enolase enzyme Sodium fluoride Enolase enzyme