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Can Flucloxacillin Be Taken For Severe Tooth Pain Post Root Canal Treatment?

i had root canal treatment 2 weeks ago(2 more visits due) i have had mild pain on and off (plus whenever i have a hot or cold drink): but tonight i have started with a throbbing pain and it is very sore.I have some flucloxacillin in the house - should i take these? (all the emergency dental practices are closed)
Mon, 9 Oct 2017
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Hi..
Thanks for the query.

It looks like re-infection in your root canal treated tooth..
Soreness and pain is due to Infection and pus formation below the root tips of the tooth..
Taking Fluconazole can help but first of all an x ray should be done to rule out the exact condition of the tooth.
As antibiotics are prescription medications, therefore you should consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated..
As of now you can take painkillers to reduce pain.
Do cool compresses over the cheek..

Hope this helps..

Regards..
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Can Flucloxacillin Be Taken For Severe Tooth Pain Post Root Canal Treatment?

Hi.. Thanks for the query. It looks like re-infection in your root canal treated tooth.. Soreness and pain is due to Infection and pus formation below the root tips of the tooth.. Taking Fluconazole can help but first of all an x ray should be done to rule out the exact condition of the tooth. As antibiotics are prescription medications, therefore you should consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated.. As of now you can take painkillers to reduce pain. Do cool compresses over the cheek.. Hope this helps.. Regards..