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I have a tooth infection. possibly an abcess tooth. can i take ampicillin 500mg?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Self prescribing: A tooth infection will not go away on it's own even if you take antibiotics. The cause of the infection needs to be determined and treated appropriately. Most patients who self prescribe end up with more serious problems. Can you take it (if you are not allergic to it?) We can't stop you but it's not a good idea. Call a dentist who can discuss it with you over the phone and advise you what to do.
Answered 3/13/2020
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See your dentist: Antibiotics will not solve your problem... an infected tooth needs root canal therapy or an extraction. Self medicating will only prolong your problem and in the end will result in the same thing: a visit to your dentist.
Answered 5/23/2018
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Tooth infection : As long as you are not allergic - make sure it is effective and the infections clears.
Answered 3/13/2020
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