Sodium selenite
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Overview
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Adult Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)
Digestive Support Following Dental Amalgam Removal
- Dosage: 5 drops, 3-4 x daily.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Sodium selenite in adult patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Sodium selenite in adult patients.
Pediatric Indications and Dosage
FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)
Digestive Support Following Dental Amalgam Removal
- Dosage: 5 drops, 3-4 x daily.
Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)
Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Sodium selenite in pediatric patients.
Non–Guideline-Supported Use
There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Sodium selenite in pediatric patients.
Contraindications
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Contraindications in the drug label.
Warnings
If symptoms persist more than a few days, contact a licensed practitioner. As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health care professional before using this product.
Keep this and all other medications out of the reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Adverse Reactions
Clinical Trials Experience
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Clinical Trials Experience in the drug label.
Postmarketing Experience
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Postmarketing Experience in the drug label.
Drug Interactions
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Drug Interactions in the drug label.
Use in Specific Populations
Pregnancy
Pregnancy Category (FDA):
There is no FDA guidance on usage of Sodium selenite in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS):
There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Sodium selenite in women who are pregnant.
Labor and Delivery
There is no FDA guidance on use of Sodium selenite during labor and delivery.
Nursing Mothers
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite in women who are nursing.
Pediatric Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite in pediatric settings.
Geriatic Use
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite in geriatric settings.
Gender
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite with respect to specific gender populations.
Race
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite with respect to specific racial populations.
Renal Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite in patients with renal impairment.
Hepatic Impairment
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite in patients with hepatic impairment.
Females of Reproductive Potential and Males
There is no FDA guidance on the use of Sodium selenite in women of reproductive potentials and males.
Immunocompromised Patients
There is no FDA guidance one the use of Sodium selenite in patients who are immunocompromised.
Administration and Monitoring
Administration
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Administration in the drug label.
Monitoring
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Monitoring in the drug label.
IV Compatibility
There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Sodium selenite and IV administrations.
Overdosage
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.
Pharmacology
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Pharmacology in the drug label.
Mechanism of Action
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Mechanism of Action in the drug label.
Structure
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Structure in the drug label.
Pharmacodynamics
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Pharmacodynamics in the drug label.
Pharmacokinetics
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.
Nonclinical Toxicology
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Nonclinical Toxicology in the drug label.
Clinical Studies
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Clinical Studies in the drug label.
How Supplied
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite How Supplied in the drug label.
Storage
Protect fom light and heat.
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Patient Counseling Information
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Patient Counseling Information in the drug label.
Precautions with Alcohol
Alcohol-Sodium selenite interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.
Brand Names
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Brand Names in the drug label.
Look-Alike Drug Names
There is limited information regarding Sodium selenite Look-Alike Drug Names in the drug label.
Drug Shortage Status
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References
The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.
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Sodium selenite is a chemical compound with the formula Na2SeO3. This salt is a source of selenium in many food supplements.
Sodium selenite is listed in the material safety data sheets from U.S. Environmental Health and Safety as a dangerous poison in large amounts. Its toxicity is similar to that for arsenic. It attacks sulfhydryl enzymes.
Although selenium is poisonous, it should be noted that selenium is an essential element, albeit in small amounts. Animals require selenium for selenium-dependent enzymes (selenoproteins) such as glutathione peroxidase.[1].
Sodium selenite can be found as a listed ingredient in various foods such as dog biscuits and multivitamins.
References
- ↑ Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University lpi.oregonstate.edu