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Can sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (bactrim) affect sperm morphology/mobilty? risk for any genetic disorders? my wife and i just got pregnant sometime between the 3rd and the 6th of november. both of us are very healthy and have no family history of anyt
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The : The gentamicin and Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) have no affect on your sperm or will pose any risk to your unborn child. Relax. Good luck!
Answered 11/26/2019
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SMX/TMP: Congratulations on your conception. Sufla/trimethoprim is not known to have any adverse effects on sperm motility, fertility, conception, or genetic disorders in babies conceived while taking it. Discuss with your doctor if you remain concerned.
Answered 12/2/2019
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