Hi, I ahd a molar tooth extraction last night, it required 2 stitches. After the loca anesthesia wore off it there was pin, I took one aleve and have eben pain free since. I was prescribed Clidamycin as a precaution. Now I am highly allergic to most antibitices, I have 3 difrent vertigo issus due to deafness (oscillopsia, Meniere s and PPV). I also have a snsitive stomach and digetive system. After reading he possibe side effects, I am too scared tot ake them. I also read that Clidamycinis only prescribed fo severe bacterial infections. I had several toothe xtractons inthe past and never had an nfection. I am vegan thus my immune system is very good. Is there anyay to keep mymouht extra cleana nd avoid taking the antibiotics? Thank you, Cheyenne
Hi, Welcome to Chat Doctor, Molar tooth extraction is surgical and I'm mouth anaerobic organisms are commonly present, so your doctor has given good antibiotic please continue to take if you have any reaction always can report to doctor. There is usually swelling and reactionary muscle spasm along with pain hence you need to take analgesic, anti-inflammatory and if required muscle relaxants. You can do medicine mouth wash after consulting dentist. Antibiotic are also required to prevent any infection going to heart and cause infective endocarditis. Please do not stop medicine by yourself, If acidity and stomach upset is problem take Chat Doctor. Take care Good Luck.