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Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) have any negative effect?

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Dr. Michael Ein answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes: There are many potential side effects and toxicities from bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim). Most common would be nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and various skin rashes. Bone marrow , liver and renal toxicity can also occur. That being said, most patients tolerate this drug combination with little or no difficulty.

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Answered 3/16/2013

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