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A member asked:

I have had a kidney transplant my allergy doctor want me to take bactrium is this ok.

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Ask your doctor: It is good that you asked your doctor and i'd recommend doing as your doctors recommend. If you are still unsure, you can always get a second opinion or ask other doctors involved in the transplant process. They can communicate with each other and come up with a treatment plan.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/10/2013

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Yes: Unless you are allergic to sulfa.

Dr Kandarpa agreed

Answered 8/10/2013

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