WI
A 66-year-old female asked:
Total knee replacement and breast cancer here (tamoxifen/zometa) my dr gave me 4 pills (keflex 500mg) to take 1 hour before dental work. is this ok? it seems like a lot all at once?
4 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. Tinuola Adeyanjuanswered
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics 41 years experience
It is okay to take the medication as prescribed. It is to prevent infection in case of breach or contamination of the blood during surgery.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Reviewed Sep 17, 2021
Dr. Silviu Pasniciucanswered
Internal Medicine 29 years experience
That is the typical dose prescribed for prophylaxis prior to dental procedures. It is meant to protect from a prosthetic joint infection as germs can cause a transient bacteremia during invasive dental procedures.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Sep 15, 2021
Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
It's the appropriate dose. Trust your practitioner to have your best interests at heart.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Reviewed Sep 19, 2021
Dr. John Rohmanswered
Cosmetic Dentistry 35 years experience
This was the protocol up until July of this year, now the ADA recommends no antibiotic prophylaxis prior to dental appointments for any joint replacement. This is a source of confusion for many orthoepic surgeons and dentists especially with the new recommendations
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Sep 17, 2021
Last updated Sep 19, 2021
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $15/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.