The effervescing ICX® formula does the work for you, preventing the accumulation of odor and foul-tasting bacteria. Simply add one tablet to an empty self-contained water bottle before each filling. ICX® continues working in the system with each treatment, protecting the waterlines from further contamination and reducing the need for frequent shock treatments. -Maintains dental unit waterline effluent ≤ 10 CFU/mL -Eliminates odor and foul-tasting bacteria -Reduces buildup of deposits -Continuously present in water as a preventive, proactive solution -Remains active in water up to two weeks during periods of equipment nonuse -Eliminates the need to purge waterlines at night -Compatible for use with restorative bonding materials -Gentle on your dental equipment