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Sensodyne Cavity and Sensitivity

Dosage form
PASTE, DENTIFRICE
Labeler
Haleon US Holdings LLC
Label updated
2025-11-24
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
POTASSIUM NITRATE · SODIUM FLUORIDE
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Active ingredients

Potassium nitrate 5%

Sodium fluoride 0.25% (0.15% w/v fluoride ion)

Purposes

Antihypersensitivity

Anticavity

Uses
  • builds increasing protection against painful sensitivity of the teeth to cold, heat, acids, sweets, or contact.
  • aids in the prevention of dental cavities.
Warnings

Stop use and ask a dentist if

  • the problem persists or worsens. Sensitive teeth may indicate a serious problem that may need prompt care by a dentist.
  • pain/sensitivity still persists after 4 weeks of use.

Keep out of reach of children.

If more than used for brushing is accidentally swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • adults and children 12 years of age and older:
    • apply at least a 1-inch strip of the product onto a soft bristle toothbrush.
    • brush teeth thoroughly for at least 1 minute twice a day (morning and evening), or as recommended by a dentist or doctor. Make sure to brush all sensitive areas of the teeth.
      Minimize swallowing.
  • children under 12 years of age:Consult a dentist or doctor.
Other information
  • do not store above 25˚C (77˚F)
Inactive ingredients

water, sorbitol, hydrated silica, glycerin, cocamidopropyl betaine, flavor, xanthan gum, titanium dioxide, sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide

Questions or comments?

1-866-844-2797

Additional Information

ALWAYS FOLLOW THE LABEL

Specifically formulated to enhance remineralization, which strengthens the tooth’s surface*

Cavities + Sensitivity in teeth are common dental problems

Contains optimized fluoride technology to draw minerals into the tooth structure to help protect against cavities*

*with continued twice daily brushing

Potassium nitrate provides clinically proven long lasting sensitivity protection*

24 HRDUAL PROTECTION FROM CAVITIES & SENSITIVITY* + EVERYDAY FRESHNESS

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#1 DENTIST RECOMMENDED BRAND

SENSODYNE

TOOTHPASTE FOR SENSITIVE TEETH AND CAVITY PREVENTION

24/7 Sensitivity Protection + Strong & Healthy Teeth*

Cavity + Sensitivity 24 HR DUAL PROTECTION*

NET WT 2.7 OZ (77 g)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: d002074b-0580-4247-b3c7-121b8c098697 · Version 1
NDC: 0135-4032