Possible host modulation agents include all of the following except:

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This is indicated in some cases of chronic periodontitis to modulate the host. It is an adjunct to periodontal debridement. It does not have an antibacterial effect on the oral flora like antibiotics. An anti-inflammatory drug that inhibits prostaglandins and reduces tissue inflammation, it is presently not indicated in the treatment of periodontal diseases. It is thought to have a future role in host modulation. Amoxicillin is used systemically for treatment in some periodontitis cases. It is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. It may be useful in the management of aggressive periodontitis.

Possible Host Modulation Agents Include All of the Following Except