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Should I Continue Taking Acetaminophen And Sulfameth For Dental Abssess When Only Swelling Is Present?
Hello my name is Matt, I have recently developed a dental abssess that I believe to be located in the gumline. I'm taking acetaminophen PM for the pain, and at present, it doesn't hurt but swelling persists. I have also been taking sulfameth, although I only had approximately 4 days worth in total when I started. I have enough to last through sunday morning.
What is my best course of action, as I cannot get to the dentist at this time.
What is my best course of action, as I cannot get to the dentist at this time.
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Hi and thanks for the query,
It i not advisable to take these drugs for a very long time. Acetaminophen really has not got any major effect on swelling. It aids mainly in reducing pain. It is a natural process fr the swelling to reduce. In case you do not have any significant pain, you can stop both drugs and observe. Consult your doctor if symptoms come back or persist. Kind regards
It i not advisable to take these drugs for a very long time. Acetaminophen really has not got any major effect on swelling. It aids mainly in reducing pain. It is a natural process fr the swelling to reduce. In case you do not have any significant pain, you can stop both drugs and observe. Consult your doctor if symptoms come back or persist. Kind regards
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