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How Safe Is Taking Flagyl For A Tooth Infection?

Hi, I have been prescribed flagyl for a tooth infection. I have had infection in a different tooth before and had ammoxicillan and it worked fine. This time my dentist gave me flagyl and ammoxicillan. I have heard and read things about flagyl that I don't feel comfortable with. They say you need to stay out of the sunlight while taking it. Is this true?
Wed, 18 Jun 2014
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Hello!Thank you for posting here.
Amoxicillin is given in cases where there is noticeable aerobic infection.However, your doctor might have suspected a abscess in this tooth. So, he preferred combination of these two antibiotics. Metronidazole does make skin sensitive, but it in a very lower proportion of people.It can be comfortably taken for a complete course of this antibiotic.Your dentist will weigh the pros and cons of its usage.So, do not panic.Take it as advised.
If you still prefer to avoid it, or experience a side effect,talk to him for a change in the prescription.

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How Safe Is Taking Flagyl For A Tooth Infection?

Hello!Thank you for posting here. Amoxicillin is given in cases where there is noticeable aerobic infection.However, your doctor might have suspected a abscess in this tooth. So, he preferred combination of these two antibiotics. Metronidazole does make skin sensitive, but it in a very lower proportion of people.It can be comfortably taken for a complete course of this antibiotic.Your dentist will weigh the pros and cons of its usage.So, do not panic.Take it as advised. If you still prefer to avoid it, or experience a side effect,talk to him for a change in the prescription. Regards.