Sulfamethoxazole Forums

3 days on a sulfur drug and I can't sleep and have difficulty urinating since taking it. I quit after 5 days, but it is still hard to sleep and I still have a problem urinating which were both ok before taking this drug. It was prescribed to cure a sore beneath my nose caused by pneumonia and excessive nose blowing, which was cured by a prescription ointment. ## What medication was it? Was it an antibiotic containing Sulfamethoxazole, and Trimethoprim? It can sometimes cause side effects like you've described, as well as nausea, dizziness, headache, and non-allergic skin rash. Ref: Bactrim Information Typically, the go away a few days after finishing your course of treatment, but if they do not, you should consult your doctor.

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White oval shaped tablet imprinted with ip 272 on the front ## This is a combination antibiotic, generic for Bactrim. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea and rash. ## taking this pill for a bad UTI. Very sick to my stomach but can not vomit, very shaky, hot, and dizzy. I hope its worth it in the end. ## I took 1.... yes 1! I had no pain w/ my uti but I sure did after taking the 1 pill. Its HUGE 20 min later I thought I took 50 asprin. My stomach was rolling I was shaking, sweating and felt sick to my stomach, dizzy and SCARED! 20 min into it I took an advil. My lower back and lower stomach area hurt terribly. Felt like labor pains! Advil kicked in and an hr & 1/2 later I felt almost normal!! No pain in the morning urinating! Called dr said Just...

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my friend tested positive for benzodiazephine. the only drug he's taken is sulfamethoxazole tmp ds. how can this be? ## Same here.... I tested positive as well ## My son had just completed his probation and final drug test. He is on Bactrium -TMP DS and showed positive for benzodizapaem how can this be ## So did I! Thank God my outpatient sends to lab! But w drug court on site tests it showed up positive. Unbelievable! ## So, this is a bit late; but yes, the additive that combines the sulfamethoxazole and the trimethoprim CAN cause an instant drug test to come back POSITIVE for benzos. Its happened to me several times. It is not fun. When it is sent out to a lab, they use GC/MS to confirm it as a NEGATIVE. I hope this gives you all some peace of mind. But, if you did use any benzos,...

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burnt bottom of feet skin is off, can I take sulfamethoxazole trimethoprim and cipro together. ## Hello, Bob! How are you? Has your doctor prescribed them for you? These are both antibiotics that are used to treat or prevent infection, but it is not appropriate to take them, unless your doctor has instructed you to do so. That said, yes, they are often used together to ensure an infection is fully eradicated. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash, headache and diarrhea. ## Isn’t Ciprofloxacin a dangerous antibiotic?

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Large white oval pill with E 112, what is it? ## E (scored in between) 112 on an oval white pill is Sulfamethoxazole 800 mg and Trimethoprim DS 160 mg (NDC 0185-0112, now discontinued). [1] Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX), also known as co-trimoxazole among other names, is a combination antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole. It is used for urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others. It may be used both to treat and prevent pneumocystis pneumonia and toxoplasmosis in people with HIV/AIDS and other causes of immunosuppression. It can be given by mouth or intraven...

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I have a pill that is oval and white with IP 272 on one side. I believe this is Bactrom. Does it treat the infection of a abscessed tooth? ## To confirm, the pill being described is Sulfamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg (NDC 0904-2725 among others). Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim is a sulfonamide antibacterial combination of Trimethoprim and Sulfamethoxazole, in the ratio of 1 to 5, used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections. Inactive Ingredients: - Povidones - Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato - Magnesium Stearate - Starch, Corn Ref: DailyMed ## Yes, the FDA classifies it as a broad spectrum antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent infections, as deemed appropriate by a medical professional. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizzines...

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Is Ilvitrim Suspension good for my HIV negative baby? The doctor prescribe it while she was having a short breath problem. Thanks ## Hi Fanyana, Based on my research, Ilvitrim contains the active ingredients Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim; a sulfonamide antibacterial combination that is used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections. (not just limited to HIV). If your child's doctor prescribed it for what appears to be an upper respiratory or sinus related infection, Ilvitrim does sound like an appropriate medication for the job. However if you're asking whether or not a powerful antibiotic like this is good for your baby, my personal answer would be no, due to it's high risk of side effects. In which case, I would personally consider other more natural alternat...

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What is this used to treat? ## This medication is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of infections. The specific dosage which you are referring to contains Sulfamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg. ## tengo ardor al orinar y voy muchas veces al baÑo tengo esta pastilla sulfamethtrimethoprim , me la puedo tomar. gracias ## Sorry if the spanish below is not good, but I used Google to translate it: usted podría estar experimentando una reacción alérgica leve o efectos secundarios. Yo recomendaría que usted hable con su médico para ver si necesita cambiar los medicamentos. "you might be experiencing a mild allergic reaction or side effects. I would recommend that you talk to your doctor to see if you need to switch medications." ## does this med...

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What is an oblong pill with MP 85 on it? ## This tablet contains Sulfamethoxazole 800 mg Trimethoprim 160 mg (NDC 53489-0146). Inactive Ingredients: - Docusate Sodium - Sodium Benzoate - Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato - Magnesium Stearate - Starch, Corn

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I have this drug, but I don't know what it was for. What type of infection is this good for? ## Sulfamethoxazole is commonly used to treat urinary tract infections. In addition can be used as an alternative to amoxicillin-based antibiotics to treat sinusitis. It can also be used to treat toxoplasmosis. To learn more click on the link below... Do you have any more questions or information to add? Please post back if you do. ## mrsa ## Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a bacterium responsible for several difficult-to-treat infections in humans. It may also be referred to as multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus or oxacillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (ORSA). MRSA is by definition any strain of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria that is resistant to a large gro...

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It doesn't bother my skin except it's causing a drying feeling; but if I'm not allergic to that and I'm allergic to sulfa related drugs would it be safe to use this soap anyways? I have a minor skin infection on my face. Can someone please help? ## They are different substances, sulfur is present in eggs, some soaps, and various other substances naturally. However, sulpha/sulfa is a different chemical, so being allergic to one does not necessarily equate being allergic to the other. It doesn't rule out your experiencing another, unrelated, allergy, though. For example, after taking an antibiotic containing Sulfamethoxazole, I discovered I have a sulpha allergy, but I don't react to sulfur in eggs, soaps, and other substances. Basically, one is natural, and one is...

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My Dr prescribed me 20 Sulfamethoxazole Tmp. So far I have taken 10 tablets and from yesterday I have started getting chills, headache, sore throat and body ache. I called up my Dr again and she said to take Ibuprofen for all these symptoms with Sulfamethoxazole Tmp. Howeve I read somewhere on the internet that these are severe side effects and may cause serious damage to your body. I am thinking to stop these tablets now. 10 tablets which I already took are not sufficient to clear my acne infection ? I dont want to take any other antibiotics now. :-( ## This is a sulfa based antibiotic, the name brand for it is Bactrim and it is well known for causing such side effects. Learn more Bactrim details here. However, there's no need to be afraid of other antibiotics, as long as you stay ...

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What is a white oval pill with MP scored 85? ## This tablet contains Sulfamethoxazole 800 mg and Trimethoprim 160 mg (NDC 53489-0146). Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (TMP/SMX) is most commonly used to prevent Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia. Inactive Ingredients: - Docusate Sodium - Sodium Benzoate - Sodium Starch Glycolate Type a Potato - Magnesium Stearate - Starch, Corn ## MP 85 white oval pill, what is it? ## I found a couple of white caplets with a line in the center with the letters MP line 85 and blank on the other side. What are they? Thank you.

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I'm taking sulfameth for UTI but the pills are to big for me to swallow, does anyone know if you can chew or crush them? Thanks! ## I am not an MD, but I can offer you my personal educated opinion. If the pill is a capsule you can certainly open most capsules to release its contents into water to make it easier to take down. If that's not the case, then crushing the solid pill into smaller pieces would not alter its chemical makeup; it would only divide the dosage up into smaller parts. Sometimes pills accidentally break on their own from falling on the floor or getting squished, but they are still usable in most cases. I hope my opinion somewhat helps in your decision. Please post back if you have any other questions or concerns. ## It also depends on whether the tablets are me...

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I am giving 15 tablets twice a day to my horse. Could you tell me what this takes care of? Is it for pain or an antibiotic? I want to know what it is for - please and thank you. ## Can i give sulfamethoxazole & trimethoprim 800 mg to a horse for coughing and inflammation? ## Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim tablets are an antibiotic. Does your horse have an infection or has it been injured, i.e. puncture wound? ## What is the normal dosage for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim DS 800-160, for horses ## Co-trimoxazole- antibacterial combination of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole, in the ratio of 1 to 5, used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections. The name co-trimoxazole is the British Approved Name, and has been marketed worldwide under many trade names including Septra (G...

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I would like details about SMZ/TMP DS 800-160 tablets by Interpharm. ## This contains 800mgs of Sulfamethoxazole and 160mgs of Trimethoprim, a generic for Bactrim. This is an antibiotic. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea and dizziness. ## I took 2 doses of this medicine and ended up in the ER with a splitting headache, after I threw up everything I have eaten since the 3rd grade! I was disoriented and had trouble relating what was wrong to the doctors. After 5 hours in the ER with an IV, anti-nausea and pain meds... I was able to return home. Never take this medicine! ## Is this drug really bad? If so why do doctor's still prescribe it?!!!! Thanks a concerned grinch!!!! ## Yes, I've been taking this med for 4 days and am nauseated all day...

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Ok so i used tho medication and got what i would like to think is a yeast infection. Thick white skimpy discharge but without the smell or itch. And i went to my GYN and was testednegative for everything but e coli wwhich was why i took it. But now there is this discjarge so i am now using an over the counter 3 day monistat to hopefully clear the symptoms and side effects of the medication. If this does not work then i will talk to another GYN because frankly im not happy with the way my current doctor treats me as a patient. ## Hello, Gabby! How are you? This medication is an antibiotic and most of them can cause a yeast infection, as a side effect, as listed by the FDA, along with nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash, headache and diarrhea. However, if you didn't have any itc...

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PLEASE SEND ME INFO ON THIS DRUG .THANKS ## I was taking this 6 months ago, but it was a round pill that said 80 mgs...i took half a pill a night (so...40 mgs). My doctor renewed my Rx but it is oval and bigger and says 800-160. How many mgs is this? ## the interpharm can you give me some info on it just to know a little about it thank you ## Sulfamethoxazole (800mgs) with Trimethoprim (160mgs) is a generic for Bactrim, it is an antibiotic that is used to treat, or prevent bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Tara, there is no 80mg formulation. Are you sure this is what you were taking? Is it possible that you were just taking Trimethoprim by itself?

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Almost everybody here talks about drinking much. My question is if I take a simple cup of red wine after my dinner at 8 and then take my sulfa at 12. I really do not think that a cup of good red table wine would be so disastrous as some readers have commented. Thank you. ## I think your intuition is correct - moderation is the key. One cup of red wine should not result in a bad reaction, although it may increase certain effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or upset stomach. Be sure to learn about the possible side effects from the drug itself so that you can monitor how you feel and report any adverse effects to your doctor if need be. You can see a more comprehensive list on the page for Sulfamethoxazole Details. Hope this helps! ## Thank you very much! ## If I skip my medicine for o...

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what kind of drug is embatrim forte? ## wath is embatrim? ## this drug was given and was told to drink twice a day but no further instruction like on how many days to be taken. pls reply asap ## Embatrim Forte is reported to contain Sulfamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg (also known as Co-trimoxazole). This is an antibiotic used in the treatment of bacterial infections. You can read more about this medication at: Do you have any other questions or information to add? Please post back if you do... ## side effect of embatrim forte ## i want to know where i can use the EMBATRIM FORTE ## How many time should I take embratrim ## I have been taking Embatrim for 2 days already, cause last week I was diagnosed with a UTI. Recently, my menstrual period arrived when I wasn't expecting ...

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