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What's the typical dosage of cephalexin given for an adult's dental infection and abscess?
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Cephalexin dose: Adult dose: 250-1000 mg q6h; maximum dose 4 g/day. Even if the Cephalexin alleviates your symptoms, you should still see a dentist for evaluation and treatment options.
Answered 11/2/2019
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Don't self medicate!: Antibiotics will not fix that problematic tooth. Please see a dentist to have it evaluated and treated.
Answered 12/29/2018
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