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GUM n cheek swelling
Have a swellingin gum in lower right jaw teeth. Suggest to use metronidazole ointment.
Pl advise
1) how many times i should apply metronidazole ointment.
2) After applying how long to keep it.
3) when n how to clean away the ointment.
4) when n how many times should I rinse my mouth with Betadin mouthwash.
5) what r things to avoid to heal this faster.
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Need more details amd a picture if possible.
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If it is prescribed by a doctor then he/she must have told you how to use it. If not then please dont self prescribe antibiotics
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Please provide detailed history and attach clear photographs. But it is advised that Antibiotic should not use for longer time.
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Suggested metronidazole by pharmacist ??? M’am metronidazole is an antibiotic based ointment and is to be used cautiously, kindly share pictures of the concerned area and get the treatment of underlying cause in a proper manner! Just application of the ointment wouldn’t lead to a proper resolution.
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Dr. Chadha
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Hello mam
Please be calm
See medications are applied according to diagnosis only.i suggest you to please share pic of the involved lesion and associated history then I can suggest you if metronidazole gel is really required or not.do not unnecessarily apply antibiotics without prescription.for further details you can consult me
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Dear Patient
Please share more information as to why did your doctor advise metronidazole?
If it's not prescribed by your doctor. I advise you to not self prescribe. You need to be checked before using antibiotics.
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avoid self medication and diagnosis
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