Anticoagulants and dentistry
Interactions between anticlotting agents and drugs prescribed by dentists.
Almost all antibiotics prescribed by dentists can interact with various anticlotting drugs.
NSAIDs like ibuprofen, aspirin, diclofenac are often prescribed for pain relief, but can increase the risk of bleeding. Use paracetamol.
Full details of the many interactions are available in the SDCEP guidance shown on the next page.