Antibiotics
Local Anesthetics
OTC or Rx?
Pain Management
Sedation & Anxiety
100

This antibiotic is commonly used for dental infections and prophylaxis.

What is Amoxicillin?

100

This is the most commonly used dental local anesthetic.

What is Lidocaine?

100

This topical anesthetic is available OTC.

What is Benzocaine?

100

This OTC medication treats pain and fever but not inflammation.

What is Acetaminophen?

100

This gas provides minimal sedation and anxiety reduction.

What is Nitrous Oxide?

200

This antibiotic is prescribed for patients allergic to penicillin.

What is Clindamycin?

200

This anesthetic is known for excellent infiltration anesthesia.

What is Articaine?

200

This NSAID is commonly used for dental pain and inflammation.

What is Ibuprofen?

200

This NSAID is often recommended first-line for dental pain.

What is Ibuprofen?

200

This benzodiazepine is commonly used for oral premedication.

What is Diazepam?

300

This antibiotic is effective against anaerobic bacteria and periodontal infections.

What is Metronidazole?

300

This anesthetic is often used without a vasoconstrictor.

What is Mepivacaine?

300

This opioid analgesic requires a prescription.

What is Codeine?

300

This medication is often combined with acetaminophen for moderate pain.

What is Codeine?

300

This short-acting sedative is often used for IV sedation.

What is Midazolam?

400

This tetracycline antibiotic is used in periodontal therapy.

What is Doxycycline?

400

This long-acting anesthetic provides extended pain control.

What is Bupivacaine?

400

This antimicrobial mouth rinse requires a prescription.

What is Chlorhexidine?

400

This NSAID lasts longer than ibuprofen.

What is Naproxen?

400

This medication’s brand name is Valium.

Diazepam?

500

This antibiotic is often prescribed as a Z-Pak.

What is Azithromycin?

500

This anesthetic has a risk of methemoglobinemia.

What is Prilocaine?

500

This antibiotic is never sold OTC in the U.S.

What is Penicillin V?

500

This medication is contraindicated in certain liver conditions.

What is Acetaminophen?

500

This sedation method allows the patient to remain conscious.

What is Conscious sedation?