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Bloodshot eyes and blurred vision. taking diflucan generic and bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) generic. is this a normal side effect?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: These medications do not cause blurred vision or bloodshot eyes.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 5/12/2018

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