As a 68-year-old heart bypass patient experiencing severe tooth pain while waiting for a root canal, can I safely take Ketorol DT every 6 to 7 hours, and do I need an antibiotic?
Because you have had a heart bypass, taking NSAIDs like Ketorol DT (ketorolac) can pose serious risks to your heart and kidneys. It is safest to avoid it until you consult your cardiologist or dentist. For pain relief, acetaminophen is generally a safer alternative. Regarding antibiotics, they are only necessary if there is an active infection, which your dentist must diagnose. Please contact your dentist and cardiologist right away to safely manage your pain and discuss if an antibiotic or an urgent appointment is needed.
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As a 68-year-old heart bypass patient experiencing severe tooth pain while waiting for a root canal, can I safely take Ketorol DT every 6 to 7 hours, and do I need an antibiotic?