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I take 3g of amoxicillin for dental procedures (1 hour before )with moderate risk of infectious endocarditis due to mitral valve repair taken for scale and polish but can this be taken within one month of another dose ?as i need a tooth extraction

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Premedication: Yes, you can premedicate as needed.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 2/4/2018

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A member asked:

I take 3g of amoxicillin for dental procedures (1 hour before )with moderate risk of infectious endocarditis due to mitral valve repair taken for scale and polish but can this be taken within one month of another dose ?as i need a tooth extraction

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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