Question 1

good otc meds or home remedies to help toothache? other dentist rxed clindamycin until i can see reg dentist for root canal mon, but need pain relief.

Accepted Answer

Seek alternate DDS: Call a different dentist if your dentist is unable to see you, that way you will be taken out of pain. In addition, most dentists offer emergency appointments.

Question 2

i was prescribed clindamycin for my toothache but it's not working i went to a dentist today they prescribed me amoxicillin if i took the clindamycin at 4 pm can i switch to amoxicillin ?

Accepted Answer

Antibiotics: Yes it's OK to switch but best to speak to dentist who is treating you. Understand that antibiotics alone will not resolve problem and therefore no antibiotic and any dose may alone get you out of pain. Cause of dental problem needs to also be addressed/treated!

Question 3

i was prescribed cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) for my toothache but my x-ray didn't show i had an abscess . do i still have to take it?

Accepted Answer

Infection can exist: In the absence of an overt abscess.  You probably need the antimicrobial.  Are you penicillin allergic? Is not, there are probably better drugs to use.

Question 4

i was prescribed clindamycin (mip600 capsule) before root canal treatment. with massive toothache can i combine with painkillers and alcohol ?

Accepted Answer

Bad Idea: Ok to take the painkillers - take with at least 700ml water or other non-alcoholic beverage. Skip the alcohol or you might vomit and lose the effect of the meds. Be wise and give it a day or 2 before the alcohol. The root canal is the only thing which is going to solve the problem. Follow the post-op instructions. Best of luck.

Question 5

i went to the er last friday for face/throat swelling related to a toothache. i was prescribed clindamycin 400mg tid. i now have a hard lump on my jaw?

Accepted Answer

See oral surgeon: U may have an abcess. If so, it needs to be drained. Strongly recommend you see a Oral MaxilloFacial Surgeon. I would continue the Clindamycin for now also.

Question 6

after taking my first clindamycin last night, my tooth pain level skyrocketed. tylenol (acetaminophen) barely helped and i couldn't sleep. normal? or should i switch?

Accepted Answer

Your toothache: If you are still in pain this morning and you could not sleep last night, call your dentist. They may need to see you or want to change your meds.

Question 7

is clindamycin a good choice for an abcessed tooth?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Clinda is one of a few very good antibiotic choices to treat infections of the mouth/teeth.  Antibiotic choice is based on the bacteria at the particular site and their susceptibility to specific antibiotics.

Question 8

what is a good drink to mix clindamycin in  for 3 yr old?

Accepted Answer

Something strongly f: Taking Clindamycin suspension has been likened to drinking raw sewerage, the taste and smell are so awful. To try and improve compliance, something with a very strong flavor needs to be mixed in with it. Have you tried chocolate syrup?

Question 9

is topical clindamycin a good treatment option for periorial dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

: I have prescribed it for that condition many times.

Question 10

is clindamycin hcl good for uti?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: It depends on the organism causing the uti.  That is not one of the more common antibiotics used urinary tract infections.

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Good otc meds or home remedies to help toothache? other dentist rxed clindamycin until i can see reg dentist for root canal mon, but need pain relief.

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I was prescribed clindamycin for my toothache but it's not working i went to a dentist today they prescribed me amoxicillin if i took the clindamycin at 4 pm can i switch to amoxicillin ?

A member asked:

I was prescribed cleocin (clindamycin phosphate) for my toothache but my x-ray didn't show i had an abscess . do i still have to take it?

A member asked:

I was prescribed clindamycin (mip600 capsule) before root canal treatment. with massive toothache can i combine with painkillers and alcohol ?

A member asked:

I went to the er last friday for face/throat swelling related to a toothache. i was prescribed clindamycin 400mg tid. i now have a hard lump on my jaw?

A member asked:

After taking my first clindamycin last night, my tooth pain level skyrocketed. tylenol (acetaminophen) barely helped and i couldn't sleep. normal? or should i switch?

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Is clindamycin a good choice for an abcessed tooth?

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What is a good drink to mix clindamycin in for 3 yr old?

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Is topical clindamycin a good treatment option for periorial dermatitis?

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Is clindamycin hcl good for uti?

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