What are antibiotics and what are the examples of antibiotics that could cure an infection in gums-wisdom tooth ?for my best friend .

Professional consult: If your friend has a problem with a wisdom tooth, infection or not, he\she needs to see a dentist to determine if the wisdom tooth should come out or not. That decision, along with whether or not to prescribe antibiotics and if so, which one, needs to be left to a professional who would first examine the patient.

Depends: Antibiotics are drugs that kill bacteria (not viruses). A classic examples includes penicillin. As far as the dental problem, there are a variety of antibiotics your dentist can choose. If allergic to penicillins, the dentist can choose antibiotics like clindamycin. Often the patients other conditions dictate what is to be done (ie heart valve replacements require special attention).

Do not self medicate: There are several antibiotics that are used for infections of the head and neck. Far too many patients try to use leftover medications to get by. This can inhibit the body's ability to respond to a medication in the future. See the dentist for the infection and complete the round of antibiotics regardless of how good you may feel three or four days in.

Infected wisdom toot: The best thing you can do for you friend is to get them to a dentist. Antibiotics alone will not cure this problem. The tooth needs treatment for long term health and comfort. It is never a good idea to self medicate. A dental exam is needed.