Managing Tooth Abscesses with Bactrim: A Guide

Treating a tooth abscess with Bactrim is easy. Bactrim is a prescription medicine that you get from your medical doctor or dentist. Follow these simple steps to heal your abscess.

Things You'll Need

• Bactrim

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Instructions

Get Your Prescription

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  If you have an abscessed tooth, only a dentist or physician can prescribe Bactrim. See your health care provider in order to get your prescription. If you do not have a primary health care physician or dentist, contact your local hospital's nurse line or emergency room, health department or clinic for a referral. You can also look in the Yellow Pages for a list of physicians and dentists.

• 2

  Once you get the Bactrim prescription, have it filled at the pharmacy. Bactrims generic names are trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole.

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  Ask your pharmacist if there are any contraindications regarding other medicines you may be taking. The pharmacist will also answer any other questions you might have about Bactrim.

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  Possible side effects of taking Bactrim are nausea, vomiting and skin rashes. These are the most common side effects and are usually very mild.

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  Uncommon but dangerous side effects of Bactrim are difficulty breathing, swelling, jaundice or fever. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your health care provider immediately.

Taking Bactrim

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  You prescription will indicate how many times per day you should take Bactrim. Follow this course exactly as your doctor advised.

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  Bactrim can be taken with or without meals.

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  Always drink at least 6-8 ounces of liquid when taking your Bactrim dose.

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  Keep your mouth clean. Rinse with water frequently.

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  Take the Bactrim for the entire intended duration prescribed by your physician or dentist, even if you feel better before the medicine runs out.