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A member asked:
I'm taking bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) for a sinus infection because i'm allergic to penicillen. is this a strong and effective antibiotic?
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Possibly not: Most sinus infections do not need antibiotics. Based on the 2012 IDSA guidelines, Doxycycline is a reasonable alternative for first-line therapy and can be used in patients with penicillin allergy. A respiratory fluoroquinolone (levofloxacin or moxifloxacin) is another option for penicillin-allergic patients. Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and Macrolides are not recommended because of high resistance rates.
Answered 10/30/2015
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