Toothpaste
Colgate is a brand of toothpaste and oral care products designed for daily dental hygiene. It is not a medication but rather a consumer oral health product used by people of all ages to maintain clean teeth and healthy gums.
Colgate is a widely-used toothpaste and oral care brand, not a medication, intended for daily dental hygiene rather than treating medical conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 801195
- Generic
- Colgate
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Colgate toothpaste is used for daily cleaning of teeth, removal of plaque, prevention of cavities (when fluoride-containing), and freshening breath. It is a consumer product for routine oral hygiene, not a therapeutic medication for treating medical conditions.
Colgate toothpaste typically contains fluoride, which helps strengthen tooth enamel and protect against cavities. The abrasive agents and detergents in the formula help physically clean teeth and remove debris during brushing.
Colgate is an over-the-counter consumer product, not a prescription or OTC medication. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Users should follow product labeling for proper use.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed July 26, 2026. · Read our editorial policy