The effects of prolonged treatment have not been studied. Management of patients with periodontal disease should include a consideration of potentially contributing medical disorders. 2.Do not brush or floss near any treated areas. 3.Do not engage in any other hygienic practices that could potentially dislodge the fibers. 4.Do not probe at the treated area with tongue or fingers.
Animal studies indicate that tetracyclines can cause retardation of fetal skeletal development.
Actisite fiber should be administered to a pregnant woman only if clearly needed. Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with Actisite fiber. It is also not known whether Actisite fiber can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman or can affect reproductive capacity. Tetracycline appears in breast milk following oral administration. Because of the potential for serious adverse reactions from tetracycline HCl in nursing infants, Actisite fiber should be used in a nursing woman only if clearly needed.