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Is bactrim safe for unknown prostate infection? tried doxy, cipro (ciprofloxacin) before no help. worried about side effect of bactrim.

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Safe: Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) is a safe antibacterial agent except for those people who are allergic to Sulfa medications. It also may be effective against prostatitis.

Answered 3/7/2015

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