I'm on bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) antibiotic for a uti. been taking it for about 5 days. just tonight i noticed big itchy red welts all over my body. alergic reaction?

Yes: You are most likely experiencing an allergic reaction to bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim). Because one component of Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) is sulfamethoxazole, you should not take Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) if you are allergic to sulfa drugs. Severe dermatologic reactions, including fatalities have been reported with the use of bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim). Discontinue the antibiotic and see your doctor for an alternative treatment/follow-up.

Probably: Urticaria (welt-like skin reaction) is a known side effect of bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim). Need inform your dr. Know. % day course of Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) may have been long enough if UTI was confined to your bladder. Never take bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim), septra, cotrim or sulfatrim again (all the same med). You are also now allergic to all sulfonamides. Good luck.

Allergic response: You may have an allergic reaction to the sulfa component of the Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and it is presenting with the red welts. Stop the Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and go see your physician to start a different antibiotic and to follow up on the likely allergic reaction.