Question 1

how long does it take for bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) to leave your system after taking your last pill.  i am still having intermittent adverse reactions 8 days later.

Accepted Answer

Several days: It takes a few days to leave your system but that doesn't mean you can't have adverse reactions after that. Ask your question again and detail your symptoms.

Question 2

what are the side effects of smz/tmp ds generic for bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds and asmanex twisthaler. thank you ?

Accepted Answer

Usually none, but...: Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) (smz/tmp) is a sulfa antibiotic that can sometimes cause allergic drug reactions on the skin, such as red rashes, hives, or occasionally worse. Stomach upset, with or without diarrhea, can happen with any antibiotic. Asmanex is an inhaled powder, so can cause a cough in a few people very sensitive to the powder. Asmanex is a steroid, so may cause oral thrush if one doesn't rinse and spit.

Question 3

prescribed bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds for prostatititis.  is it ok too take with catapres .03 three times a day and also omerporazole.... do they hurt the effects ?

Accepted Answer

Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and meds: The answer to your question is "No". There is no interaction among the medicines you describe.

Question 4

what are the side effects of taking sulfa-based drugs like bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Ok until 36 weeks: You can take Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) up to 36 weeks.  After 36 weeks you should avoid bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim).

Question 5

was taking bactrim ds for 6 days for skin infection. should have been 10 days but was having side effects. doctor said i should try for 7 days if i can but 6 if it looks healed could work. ive missed three doses. can i start back and finish 4 days?

Accepted Answer

: It depends the side effects as well as how long you stopped the antibiotic. If the side effects are significant and the skin infection has improved remarkably, you should not resume it especially you already stopped for more than 3 days.

Question 6

i have a sinus infection and just started bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds yesterday. i've been reading all the negative reviews. worried about side effects. is bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ok?

Accepted Answer

Usually no problem: It indeed can be alarming to read lists of drug side effects. But for Bactrim, (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) most of them are rare and few are permanent or dangerous. The vast majority of people who take it have no probem at all. And your doctor wouldn't have prescribed it unless she believed it would be more helpful than harmful. But recheck with the doctor if you remain concerned.

Question 7

took bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds twice a day for two weeks. two weeks later side effects of brain fog, body aches and anxiet continue. how long can these effects last?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful from meds: Your history of anxiety may be provoking your ongoing feelings of "brain fog" more than the residual effects of the antibiotic.  If that had anything to do with things in the first place it should've easily cleared by now.  See your doctor for more evaluation if necessary.

Question 8

i'm taking bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds and am having throat pain. i'm scared of getting more serious side effects. should i stop taking it?

Accepted Answer

Ask your doctor: Best to ask the person that prescribed the bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim).  It will depend on why you're taking it, pre-treatment symptoms, etc. Hope this helps!

Question 9

i have asthma, can i take bactrim ds?

Accepted Answer

: Unless you have a known allergy to sulfa drugs this is a safe medication for those with asthma.

Question 10

can you take bactrim ds and zpack together?

Accepted Answer

Yes and why?: There are no interactions with these medications.  The Bactrim is commonly used for Staph infections or urinary tract infections.  The Azithromycin is used for pneumonia - though it is not uncommon that the person actually has a viral bronchitis.  It is not so common to have two true infections simultaneously.  It would be useful to ask your doctor why?   yourhealthforumbydrcirino.org (see post)

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How long does it take for bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) to leave your system after taking your last pill. i am still having intermittent adverse reactions 8 days later.

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What are the side effects of smz/tmp ds generic for bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds and asmanex twisthaler. thank you ?

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Prescribed bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds for prostatititis. is it ok too take with catapres .03 three times a day and also omerporazole.... do they hurt the effects ?

A member asked:

What are the side effects of taking sulfa-based drugs like bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds during pregnancy?

A member asked:

Was taking bactrim ds for 6 days for skin infection. should have been 10 days but was having side effects. doctor said i should try for 7 days if i can but 6 if it looks healed could work. ive missed three doses. can i start back and finish 4 days?

A member asked:

I have a sinus infection and just started bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds yesterday. i've been reading all the negative reviews. worried about side effects. is bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ok?

A member asked:

Took bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds twice a day for two weeks. two weeks later side effects of brain fog, body aches and anxiet continue. how long can these effects last?

A member asked:

I'm taking bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds and am having throat pain. i'm scared of getting more serious side effects. should i stop taking it?

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I have asthma, can i take bactrim ds?

A member asked:

Can you take bactrim ds and zpack together?

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