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I have accidentally taken sulfamethoxazole 1x per day, not realizing i needed to take it 2x per day. should i double up now, or will i need to restart the cycle. i have taken 7 tablets with 7 remaining?

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Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Talk to your Dr.: Talk to your Dr. It will depend on why the medication was prescribed. Typically this medication is prescribed for an infection. A partially treated infection can result in resistant bacteria. Your dr may have you repeat the course, or change the medication depending on your symptoms.

Answered 9/4/2020

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A member asked:

I have accidentally taken sulfamethoxazole 1x per day, not realizing i needed to take it 2x per day. should i double up now, or will i need to restart the cycle. i have taken 7 tablets with 7 remaining?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yvette Kratzberg answered

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