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People with endocarditis or congenital heart disorders may need to take preventive antibiotics before having dental or other mouth procedures.
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Prophylactic antibiotic premedication is the practice of prescribing limited antibiotic therapy to dental patients who are at risk of contracting microbial disease as a result of invasive dental procedures.
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A prophylaxis is a measure taken to maintain health and prevent the spread of disease. Antibiotic prophylaxis is the focus of this article and refers to the use of antibiotics to prevent infections.
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Antituberculosis drugs are medicines used to treat tuberculosis , an infectious disease that can affect the lungs and other organs.
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