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Can septra (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) be used to temporarily treat an infected abscess tooth?
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Risky...: I would always see a doctor with an infected abscessed tooth. Infections can get out of control and be life threatening. Please seek a dentist....
Answered 12/5/2018
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Not recommended: Septra (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) is used to treat ear and urinary tract infections. I would call your dentist . Your dentist will probably prescribe penicillin or Amoxicillin
Answered 6/24/2014
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