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Been taking bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ds for cystic acne for 3 weeks and am still getting new cysts/skin seems worse. should i rule out bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) as ineffective?
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Be Patient: Acne is a stubborn condition and is a slow responder to treatment for most people. You will need to give it at least 2 months before you rule Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) ineffective. Hang it there. Good Luck
Answered 10/22/2017
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