9 July 2021 · Serious side effects can be caused if betamethasone soluble tablets used as mouthwash are swallowed. Providing clear patient directions can help prevent harm
30 July 2020 · This updated Medicines Q&A explores the clinical significance of potential interactions between dental local anaesthetic preparations and other medicines as listed in the BNF and…
23 March 2020 · This Medicines Q&A provides advice on what to consider when providing dental treatment, and information about the main adverse effects of cancer therapies that could…
4 February 2020 · Dry mouth is a complaint often presented to dental practitioners. There are a number of products available to manage this condition, however not all are…
5 December 2019 · This Medicines Q&A gives guidance on dental procedures for which steroid supplementation may be required in patients with primary adrenal insufficiency and gives advice on…
3 December 2019 · Toothpastes contain excipients that can cause adverse reactions affecting the mouth and lips, and systemic hypersensitivity. Excipients most commonly implicated are flavourings such as spearmint,…
28 November 2019 · This updated Medicines Q&A aims to explain the legal status of medicines in the UK and when and how they may be supplied by dentists…
27 August 2019 · This updated Medicines Q&A explores the evidence for the interaction between miconazole oral gel and statins. Summary Miconazole is an azole antifungal which inhibits CYP450…
10 August 2019 · This updated Medicines Q&A addresses the signs and symptoms of local anaesthetic hypersensitivity, differential diagnoses and management of a patient with suspected allergy to local…