Overview of common drugs used in dentistry

These guidelines include practical information on using the following drugs in dentistry:

For comprehensive drug information, including precautions, contraindications, adverse effects and drug interactions, consult an appropriate drug information resource. If prescribing a drug for a dental indication, consider the benefit–harm profile of the drug in the individual patient; this requires knowledge of the patient’s medical history and concomitant medications, including prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines.