Bactrim Ds 800 160

can you have a beer while taking these tablets ## Hi, Bruce! How are you? It is best to abstain from alcohol, when taking any prescription medication. However, if your doctor says it is safe for you to have a drink or two, on occasion, or if you chose to do so anyway, you should be aware that it can cause worsening of the side effects. Thus, you may experience more nausea, dizziness and drowsiness than usual, this effect will basically make one drink affect as if you'd had two and so on. Learn more Bactrim details here. So please, for your own safety, make sure that you aren't driving or operating any heavy machinery. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I had a treated uti two weeks ago I was fine until now. I have constant burning in my urethra but not when I urinate. I did a follow up with my gyno and uti was negative. Also negative for sti yeast infection and bv. She gave me bactrim just in case. I dont know if I should take it or consider I might have post infection inflammation which I dont need a anti. I have had constant burning for eight days and is getting somewhat better. Is it possible the uti test didnt show a mild infection still? I am very healthy and have no health issues. I take zero pills as well. Thank u for any help ## Hello, Nikki! How are you? You may actually have a kidney stone, or several. In that case, an antibiotic won't help, they'll need to either pass on their own, or be broken up for you to help th...

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Is it safe to chew and crush the Sulfamethox-TMP DS 800-160 Tab. ## Hello, Steve! How are you? They aren't time released, so you can do that, unless you've been given some specific reason not to by your doctor or pharmacist. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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My wife was diagnosed with uri due to sinusitis. Why use such a heavy duty antibiotic? So many side effects. It's used on HIV patients and to treat certain STI's. I'm assuming she has neither. Seems I'm missing something. Why not use a safer drug? ## Hello, David! How are you? It is just an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections, it is no more or less safe than any other, unless someone is allergic to it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. The antibiotic that a doctor chooses to prescribe depends on the severity of the infection; the specific bacteria, if it was cultured and other factors. Has she started taking it?

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sulfameth/trimethoprim 800-160 ## I have been on this drug for a week now and I have been experiencing a hard time sleeping and I wake up every hour on the hour and when I first was on it I did not sleep for four days and I never had sleeping problems before. When I do sleep I also get really weird dreams. Has anyone experienced this? ## Yes- I am having problems sleeping and weird dreams also. Ooh-well; it will stop soon. I will complete the medication and hopefully be done with it. ## This medication is a combination of two antibiotics, and yes, they will cause sleep problems for some people, but this will wear off if you are on it for awhile, or it you complete your course of treatment. ## I have been put on Bactrim for my acne treatment. I also have problem with sleeping and wierd d...

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I had strep throat, therefore the docter proscribed me the bactrim ds 800 - 160 , he said take 2 a day , for 10 days and I had to finish them. Today is the 5th day , but since I've been taking them my strep throat went away, but then i get fevers everyday,bad headaches,and a my stomach doesn't feel normal,I don't want to eat. I haven't thrown up yet , neither have I had diahera. I just gag a lot. Is it from these pills I've been taking ? ## Hello, Jessica! How are you feeling? This is a sulfa based antibiotic, so it can cause some pretty harsh side effects in some people that take it. However, what you're experiencing may also be due to a bad reaction starting, so you should contact your doctor immediately. Learn more Bactrim details here. Is there anything else ...

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I went to my pulmonary doctor today. I wasn't sure if I had allergies or an upper respiratory infection (not severe). I have asthma, and did not do as well with my breathing tests as I usually do. The Doctor heard a slight wheezing in my chest. He gave me 5 days of Bactrim DS. Is this a normal dose or should he have ordered pills for more days. ## Hello, Linda! How are you? No, it can be used like that, if he thinks an infection might just be starting, or he's trying to prevent one. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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WHAT IS THE SHELF LIFE FOR THIS MEDICATION? ## Hello, Mouse! How are you? If you have the tablets in a bottle as dispensed by your pharmacy, then the expiration date is one year from the day you had it filled. This is due to the fact that the containers they use expose it to the elements that contribute to degradation. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I have a prescription bottle of Bactrim 800 mg dated 7/10/17 and I was wondering if this prescription is still good?

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I have interpharm 800-160 antibiotic. Was wondering what that dosage would be for my 6 year old? My 14 year old took I tablet twice daily so was wondering if I could just cut the tablet in half? ## Hello, Denise! How are you? Has your child's doctor prescribed this for them? Antibiotics shouldn't be used, unless a doctor confirms the presence of a bacterial infection, because improper use creates the risk of developing antibiotic resistance. Additionally, when an antibiotic is prescribed you need to be sure that you or your child finishes the entire course of treatment to ensure that the bacteria is completely eradicated. Side effects to this medication may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. ## I was wondering if there is anything in it that would he...

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I was prescribed this antibiotic after receiving 7 stitches, one was internal. ( I was cutting raw meat) Anyway,two days later I had to return to the ER with severe headache, nausea, fever, chills, sweats, flu like symptoms. After several tests diagnosis...Viral Syndrome. I have been sick for five days. No one else in the family is sick, I looked up the side affects of this medication today, and it had all these symptoms on the list. I have never been so sick in my life. ## Sorry about how miserable you are. Yes, you could be having a hypersensitivity reaction to the Bactrim, I'm not a doctor to say for sure, but if you search this site, you'll read posts from many others that have experienced similar problems. I have also had it happen, myself. Similar to you, I went to the ER ...

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Having taken Bactrim for about 3 weeks for a prostate infection, it now seems that the first urination after taking the pill exaggerates or possibly causes an extra burning sensation. Is this ever reported as a side effect ## Bactrim contains Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim and being that it's a sulfa drug, it's well known to cause odd side effects and weight reactions in many people that take it. As a matter of fact, I wouldn't recommend it to anyone, unless it's their only option for treating their infection. Learn more Bactrim details here. That said, yes there's a chance that the medication could be causing the problem, though there is also still a chance that it is unrelated. However, from personal experience, since I had a bad reaction to this myself last sum...

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Can it help with spider bites? I went to doctor today and they gave me this but I don't see anything about helping with bites? ## Bactrim is an antibiotic for infection. It takes 2-3 days before you see improvement of the infection. Be sure to clean the area with soap and water, dry completely, cover only if draining. ## An antibiotic is often given for such bites, to prevent infection. The FDA lists the typical side effects for this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Are there any other questions or concerns?

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My husband was prescribed this pill for a staph infection. He has dementia and has had total confusion, craziness, sleeplessness and anger since taking this pill (2 pills in am and 2 pills in PM). Could this be a side effect? ## Hi Mimi, According to the MayoClinic... confusion, irritability, and trouble sleeping are all listed as possible side effects of Bactrim. However what's interesting to me is that they are reported under a category called "incidence not known", which makes me wonder if they haven't actually been able to prove that Bactrim is the cause even though patients have experienced such symptoms during their time on the medication. My hunch says that Bactrim is a strong suspect, but I would still encourage you to discuss possible solutions with his doctor i...

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Hi. Can I take Bactrim DS 800 for strep throat? Thank you. ## Hello, Jan! How are you? This is an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections, so it can be used for strep, if your doctor has prescribed it for you. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Bactrim Ds 800 160 Tab. Does this antibiotic have Penicillin? ## Hello, To answer your question, Bactrim Ds (Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim) does not contain any Penicillin. Learn More: Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethopriml Details If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## No, Bactrim contains Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim. Learn more Bactrim details here. It is a sulfa based antibiotic, so it may cause some annoying side effects, such as an itchy skin rash and nausea. Has this been prescribed for you? ## Yes, this medicine has been prescribed for me. I took it for 2 1/2 days out of 6 days....stopped taking it because of nausea & vomiting.

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How many days of Bactrim use does it take to cure strep throat? ## Did your doctor prescribe it for treating strep? The reason I'm asking is because there are certain types of strep that it shouldn't be used to treat, so you shouldn't take it for strep, unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so. Learn more Bactrim details here. As to the dosing, it's usually taken twice a day for 10 days to treat most infections, but that can also vary depending on the type of infection being treated and the severity. ## Tengo gramos en la piel con nucleo de color verde porulento me mandaron el bactrim y tengo una mano inflamada,enrojecimiento y dolor,estoy tomando el medicamento correcto? ## What can a person use for the mouth sores and cracked lips from reaction of th...

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Have a tooth ache can it be used to get rid of infection so then the tooth can be taken care of? ## I would also like to know the information about if it's good on a infected tooth to? Thx ## This is an antibiotic, so it can be used to treat various types of infections as deemed appropriate by your doctor or dentist. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Sorry for the low rating but most people know that bactrim is an antibiotic and what antibiotics do. The question was whether it was effective in treating a tooth infection. Thanks. I will change my rating in relation to the answer. ## SO CAN I USE THIS MEDCINE TO HELP MY TOOTH INFECTION IM IN SO MUCH P...

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is bactrim ds 800-160 ok to take for my acne? or is my dermotologist phsycotic? i have been taking this medicine for awhile and it makes me itch. ## Hi Conner, This medication contains Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim, it is an antibiotic that's used to treat many types of infections. Based on my research, Bactrim is also used to treat Acne. I didn't see "itching" listed as a side effect, so you could be having an allergic reaction. I would definitely speak with your doctor about lowering your dose or trying something different. Learn More: Bactrim Details I hope this helps!

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My doctor told me it would be ok to take these two drugs together. They both state that nausea can be a side effect. When I was taking the Bactrim I had no symptoms but the day I took both, my stomach hurt for three days and of course I did not take another vyvanse since. I am writing because when I used to take Adderal and drink coffee a few hours before, I would have the same symptoms and now. since I had coffee just before taking these pills, I am wondering if the coffee is the cause and not the combined pills. thanks ## Hello, Luke! How are you? It is likely that the combination of the Coffee and Vyvanse are the cause, since they are both stimulants, so together they may be too much for you. However, only your doctor can discover the cause for sure. The FDA lists the typical side ef...

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hi,,i had sinus problem and my Dr gave me Bacrtim ,,i had one tablet yesterday ,,two hr after i had stomach cramps and a bloody stool and later frequent urinating started,, every 10-15 min ,, its been 24 hr still urine problem is same i am going after 15 -20 min but stomach is not hurting now,,, i was wondering if it is okay or i need to see a kiney specialist,,, ## Hello, Jay! How are you? This is a sulfa based antibiotic, so it can cause some odd side effects. Others, as listed by the FDA, may include nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and dehydration. However, the bloody stool is concerning and you should check with your doctor about it and the frequent urination to be safe. Is there anything else I can help with?

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