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May have abcess on gum,can't get to dentist,have augmentin from last month that i didn't need from a month ago, can i use this until i can get there?
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Only : Only if you have a full course of the medication, 1 every 6 hours for 5 full days. Antibiotic will not cure Dental infection by itself. Specific dental treatment is required.
Answered 11/26/2017
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