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* Except for the conditions listed above, antibiotic prophylaxis is no longer recommended for any other form of CHD.

^ Prophylaxis is reasonable because endothelialization of prosthetic material occurs within six months after the procedure.

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IM indicates intramuscular; IV indicates intravenous* Or other first-or-second generation oral cephalosporin in equivalent adult or pediatric dosage^ Cephalosporins should not be used in an individual with a history of anaphylaxis, angioedema, or urticaria with penicillins or ampicillin.

IM indicates intramuscular; IV indicates intravenous

* Or other first-or-second generation oral cephalosporin in equivalent adult or pediatric dosage

^ Cephalosporins should not be used in an individual with a history of anaphylaxis, angioedema, or urticaria with penicillins or ampicillin.

References

  1. American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Patients at Risk for Infection. The Reference Manual of Pediatric Dentistry. Chicago, IL: American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry; 2021: 447-52.