Pharmacology — Key differences for NEET MDS
Amoxicillin = first-line antibiotic dental infections broad spectrum. Amoxicillin plus Clavulanic acid = augmentin beta-lactamase resistant. Metronidazole = anaerobic bacteria specific = ANUG treatment. Clindamycin = penicillin allergy alternative = bone penetration. IE prophylaxis = Amoxicillin 2g 1 hour before procedure. Azithromycin = alternative for penicillin allergy. Tetracycline = tooth staining contraindicated children.
📖 Read full notes →Triamcinolone acetonide = most used topical oral steroid. Nystatin = topical antifungal of choice for oral candidiasis. Fluconazole = systemic antifungal of choice. Oral candidiasis with steroid inhaler = rinse mouth after use prevention. Clotrimazole troche = topical alternative. Amphotericin B = severe systemic fungal infections = nephrotoxic.
📖 Read full notes →NEET MDS frequently tests the ability to differentiate between related topics. Understanding the key differences between Antibiotics in Dentistry and Corticosteroids & Antifungals in Pharmacology is crucial for scoring well. Questions may test diagnostic features, treatment approaches, or characteristic findings.