Which Drug Should Be Used Before Oral Prophylaxis Prior to Dental

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which drug should be used before oral prophylaxis prior to dental treatment for a patient who has rheumatic heart disease with no known drug allergies?

• A)Amoxicillin
• B)Tetracycline
• C)Clindamycin
• D)Erythromycin
• E)None of the above

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