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How Safe Is Taking Clindamycin For Dental Infection?

I have had reactions to biaxin when I was young high fever and brake outs and I have been givin clindamycin to elp with a dental infection should I not take it? the doctor said the chance of a reaction was low but i dont trust that I am also not able to take amoxicilin or piniccilin
Sat, 7 Jun 2014
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Hello dear,
First of all dont worry and be relaxed. I have gone through your query thoroughly. I will provide you with my best possible advice.
Your doctor gave you the right advice and medicine.
Biaxin(clarithromycin) is a macrolide antibiotic whereas clindamycin is a Licosamide antibiotic. Both are from different antibiotic group.
So no need to worry, have faith in your doctor, follow his/her medication and instructions as prescribed.


Hope I answered your query
If there is any more query or question regarding this in your mind, you are welcome to ask me any time.

Take Care of Yourself

Regards
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How Safe Is Taking Clindamycin For Dental Infection?

Hello dear, First of all dont worry and be relaxed. I have gone through your query thoroughly. I will provide you with my best possible advice. Your doctor gave you the right advice and medicine. Biaxin(clarithromycin) is a macrolide antibiotic whereas clindamycin is a Licosamide antibiotic. Both are from different antibiotic group. So no need to worry, have faith in your doctor, follow his/her medication and instructions as prescribed. Hope I answered your query If there is any more query or question regarding this in your mind, you are welcome to ask me any time. Take Care of Yourself Regards