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I am on a methadone program and i take 70 mg of liquid methadone everyday can i take amoxicillin 500 milligrams for my tooth infection?

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Most people on a methadone program have a history of poor oral hygiene. Amoxicillin is safe to take, but get all of your teeth treated that are indicated, to prevent further infections.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

There are no known drug-drug interactions between methadone and amoxicillin on Lexicomp. Drug specific side effects still apply, clarify with prescriber and/or pharmacist. Seeing your dentist will be next as long term use of methadone can cause dental cavities irrespective of keeping best dental hygiene.

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Antibiotics will slow spread of infection, but will not cure tooth infection. Curing tooth infection requires root canal Rx/crown or extraction/implant crown. Pills alone WILL NOT CURE. See a Dentist to properly treat your infection.

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