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Is levaquin (levofloxacin) the right antibiotic for a tooth infection?
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No: The standard of care for tooth infection is penicillin however with patient that are allergic to penicillin and sulfa and clindamycin levaquin can be an alternative option.
Answered 9/14/2016
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Antibiotic: Penicillin is the "go to" antibiotic for tooth infections. Si the infection seem resistant or there is an allergy to penicilln, Clindamycin is often the choice.
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