Treating stage IV colon cancer. Stage IV colon cancers have spread from the colon to distant organs and tissues. Colon cancer most often spreads to the liver, but it can also spread to other places such as the lungs, brain, peritoneum (the lining of the abdominal cavity), or to distant lymph nodes.
During the treatment for some levels of periodonal disease, the use of an antibiotic is necessary during the scaling and root planing process in order to protect the patient from harmful bacteria. Arestin is the brand name for an oral antibiotic that's used by dentists.
What to expect with FDA-approved ARESTIN Â®. In 2001, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved ARESTIN Â® as an add-on therapy for scaling and root planing (SRP), to help reduce the depth of pockets in adults with periodontal (gum) disease.hat to expect with FDA-approved ARESTIN Â®. In 2001, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved ARESTIN Â® as an add-on therapy for scaling and root planing (SRP), to help reduce the depth of pockets in adults with periodontal (gum) disease.