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The dentist wrote me a script for peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate) and antibiotic. what will these do?
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Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate) and AB: Peridex (chlorhexidine gluconate) is a prescription anti-bacterial mouthwash. Together with antibiotic are prescribed to help control infection. I hope your dentist will find a problem and take care of it for you soon.
Answered 10/15/2014
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