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Could bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) be making my kidneys sore?

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Not Really: I'm unaware of Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) causing soreness as a side effect.

Dr Klauber agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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