In dentistry, in addition to local anesthetics, various antibiotics are widely used, which have bactericidal properties and are active against gram-positive bacteria. Among them there is also a natural antibiotic that effectively fights various pathogens and belongs to the group of lincosamides - lincomycin. It has been used successfully in dentistry for many years.
Issue Forms
The drug is used in various dosage forms:
- In the form of injections (intramuscularly and intravenously in the gum area).
- "Lincomycin" - ointment. This form of the drug is applied in a thin layer to the affected area.
- Self-adhesive film. This drug in the form of a small piece should be glued to the right place. This film is called "Diplen". This is a new treatment form that heals painlessly and effectively.
- Capsules or tablets "Lincomycin". Take this form of medication by mouth.
Using an antibiotic
This drug is prescribed only by a dentist who determinesdosage form and sets the dosage depending on the disease. Lincomycin in dentistry is successfully used to treat purulent-inflammatory processes in the oral cavity and prevent their occurrence, and is also used for diseases such as:
- osteomyelitis;
- ulcerative gingivitis;
- small abscesses;
- fistula;
- alveolitis;
- phlegmon;
- furunculosis;
- pyoderma;
- different forms of mouth expressions.
Lincomycin is often used in dentistry in conjunction with lidocaine to eliminate purulent processes in periodontitis, gingivitis and periodontitis.
Side effect
Lincomycin affects the work of the hematopoietic organs (which sometimes leads to neutropenia, thrombocytopenia and reversible leukopenia), the digestive system (possible abdominal pain, diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, stomatitis). There may be manifestations of allergic reactions, such as anaphylactic shock, urticaria, angioedema, dermatitis. This drug is contraindicated in case of sensitivity to substances contained in it, such as clindamycin, as well as during pregnancy, lactation and in violation of the functions of the kidneys and liver. It is forbidden to combine it with other antibiotics and alcohol.
Drug Benefit
Lincomycin in dentistry is used to suppress the vital activity of pathogenic microorganisms in the oral cavity, the development of suppurative andinflammatory processes. This drug is able to accumulate in the bone tissue and create the necessary concentration for the treatment of complications. The advantage of lincomycin over other drugs is that bacterial resistance to the drug develops rather slowly.
Before you start using this medication, you need to consult a specialist, because lincomycin is a serious drug, and you should not take self-medication.
