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Has anyone heard of the pill bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) who can tell me anything about is it safe?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Safe: Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) is very safe, as long as you're not allergic to it.

Answered 10/3/2016

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