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I know I am allergic to sulfa used as an antibiotic prescription but I have read there is a possibility I could be allergic to hair products with sulfa and foods with sulfa?

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Hello, Toni! How are you?

Generally, no! They are usually different and most people are not allergic to all. A sulfa drug is not the same as sulfur in foods, hygiene products and etc.

I'm allergic to Bactrim, which is a sulfa antibiotic, but haven't had a reaction to anything else, including other related drugs.

Just be careful and proceed with caution.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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My mom is allergic to bactrim and other medications containing Sulfa, she is also allergic to eggs. The sulfur in foods is different than in drugs yet they may have some type of connection as I hear similar situations to my moms all the time, so be careful and watch closely for reactions to any meds you are given. I am also trying to find out the relationship between Sulphites and sulfa and if microbid has sulphites as my mom reacts to this medication in the same way. Looking for answers too.

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I just got out of the hospital after 4 days on a iv after taking bactrim, it was pretty scary. I was swelled up, red rash all over and hives with blisters on my hands and feet. Plus every time I tried to swallow I would choke. I know for some people this is a wonder drug but they need to find a way to see if you are allergic. The way I found out was not pretty.

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