Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I have an infection in my tooth and swelling in the gums. Can I take an antibiotic to clear the infection?
Hi,
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Yes, you can take antibiotics. Take Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) or Penicillin. Take three times a day for a week. Get an early appointment with your dentist for an examination. If you are willing to save the tooth, go for root canal treatment if it is possible or else go for extraction of the infected tooth.
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