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Is It Safe To Have Cephalexin For Toothache?

We were given a prescription of Cefalexin to take with us as we traveled overseas. I am home now, and began having a toothache last night. Since it is the week-end, my dentist is not available. Could I take the Cefalexin to ward of any infection until I can see my dentist?
posted on Wed, 21 Jan 2015
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Hello and thanks for consulting HCM.

Cefalexin is a first generation cephalosporins antibiotic.you can take it if you don't have other options.
if the toothache is due to some abscess or infection it will help the cause.

But i would suggest you to visit a dentist to check out the exact cause of infection and get it treated.

Hope this answer helps.

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Dr. Shesh
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Is It Safe To Have Cephalexin For Toothache?

Hello and thanks for consulting HCM. Cefalexin is a first generation cephalosporins antibiotic.you can take it if you don t have other options. if the toothache is due to some abscess or infection it will help the cause. But i would suggest you to visit a dentist to check out the exact cause of infection and get it treated. Hope this answer helps. Regards Dr. Shesh