Sulfamethoxazole Forums (Page 4)

I have been on this medication since tuesday (and have not experienced any side effects) when I thought my wound was infected, but it was not. My doctor gave me about 25 pills to take as a precaution to avoid it getting infected in the future. If I do not take the pills for 36 hours, will I be able to drink alcohol without having side effects? Also, what is the likelihood of my wound getting infected if I do not take the antibiotic for over 48 hours? ## Hello, Colleen! How are you? It is really best to abstain from alcohol, while taking any prescription medication. When you imbibe while on an antibiotic, it can cause worsening of the side effects, so you may experience nausea, dizziness and drowsiness. It can cause one drink to affect you as if you'd had 2 and so on. And taking a br...

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I have not taken sulfamethoxazole since Wednesday. Can I safely go out and have beers Saturday night? ## According to The University of Maryland Medical Center (umm.edu / drug interaction tool), taking Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim with alcohol may cause serious side effects, including but not limited to a racing or pounding heart beat, sweating, severe flushing and rapid breathing. Since everyone is different there's virtually no way of knowing if you'll still be safe (even with a few days gap), but I would speculate that if you exercise caution and drink responsibly that you'd probably have nothing to worry about. Have you discussed this with your prescribing doctor?

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Can you use sulfamethoxazole for a sinus infection? I have a sinus infection and I have a brand new bottle of sulfamethoxazole 10mg. ## It is a broad spectrum antibiotic that can be prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can I take Sulfamethoxazole if I'm allergic to Metronidazole? I'm sick (with diarrhea) but want to make sure I won't get sicker. ## They are different medications, but there is always a chance that you may discover other medications you are allergic to, according to NIH warnings. Diarrhea can be a normal side effect of antibiotics, so that may also worsen. You could also experience nausea, dizziness, headache, and non-allergic skin rash. Has there been any change? Are you on any other medications? Do you suffer from any diagnosed medical conditions?

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I am 30 weeks pregnant and I was just wondering if I can take this antibiotic because it says on the label, do not take while pregnant. But I'm allergic to Penicillin and Amoxicillin so I cant take those. Will this Sulfamethoxazole harm my baby? ## Generally, the FDA only warns that you stay away from it during the first trimester. It hasn't been known to cause problems during later pregnancy. 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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My 12 year old 106lb daughter was prescribed this today by her dr. for an infection on her arm. I was reading the side effects and was getting nerves and it also didnt list the dose on the bottle just said take it 3 times a day for 10 days. I called the pharmacy and the doctors and they both said that the dose is 800 and the pharmacist said that when they ran it through their computer it didnt raise any red flags with the dose. But all the info ive been reading it says its usually taking 2 times a day every 12 hours. Im kind of nerves about weither this is to much for her to be taking. So far shes taken 2 of them today and so far shes only complained about a stomachache and a headache. But both the doctors office and the pharmacist said it was fine. Ive been reading the post about all t...

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Does this antibiotic (sulfamethoxazole-tmp 800/160mg) treat any STI other than syphilis? My ex tried to say I burnt him, but I had just got checked and was clean. Now he's telling my sister I gave him gonorrhea. So I'm wondering if he gave it to me... If so, will this medicine clear it? ## Have you consulted your doctor to confirm the presence of an STI? That is the most important aspect, so they can prescribe an appropriate antibiotic, if needed. The FDA lists the typical side effects of most antibiotics as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Has he been prescribed any medications?

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I just took my first dose and now I can't sleep and my body is itchy, but I do not have a rash.. Can the medicine be causing this? ## Yes, it could be causing it, and it is best to consult your doctor to be sure that you are not experiencing an allergic reaction. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. Are you on any other medications? Has there been any change?

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I want to long-term store sulfamethoxazole for potential emergency use. What is the PRACTICAL shelf-life of this antibiotic? Forget about the manufacturer's statements. I want a real-world shelf life and storage instructions. ## From what I could gather, the estimated shelf life of the oral suspension and tablets are both 5 years. The manufacturer's storage instructions also suggest keeping it at room temperature and out of direct sunlight (below 86 degrees fahrenheit), to help prevent further degradation. According to a Harvard Medical School family health article, most types of medications are actually safe to use up to 10 to 15 years after their supposed expiration date listed by the manufacturer. However, there are some antibiotics in the Cycline class, which can be dangerou...

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Hi, I have some sulfamethoxazole 800/160mg and the prescribed date was 9/17/2013 and I was wondering if it is ok to still use? Thank you!! ## Hello, Joe! How are you? If you think you have an infection that requires an antibiotic, it would be best to see your doctor for a new prescription. Medications tend to lose effectiveness over time, which means that this one may no longer completely eradicate the bacteria, which puts you at risk of developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. 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? ## No, thank you very much. I will ask the doc and so thanx again. ## Have a raging uti can't get to doc til Tomorrow Generally take sulfameth...

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I am itching all over from a reaction to Bactrim DS. Can I take a Percocet with it? How does it interact? ## Percocet will not do anything to stop the itching. It is an opiate narcotic that is used to alleviate pain. The FDA warns that it carries the risk of being habit forming and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache, constipation and dry mouth. As to the itching, you might be allergic to the Bactrim DS, so it would be best to see your doctor and have this checked out. Such allergies tend to worsen with repeated exposure, so you may need to switch to a different antibiotic. How are you doing, now? Has there been any change?

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I am taking this medication along with levothyroxine for my thyroid and xanax for anxiety. Is it possible that these drugs mixed together along with sudafed can cause a false reading for methamphetamines on a swab test? ## It is highly possible that it was just caused by the Sudafed. The Pseudoephedrine in some of their formulations has been known to cause false positives for various types of Amphetamines, including Methamphetamine, since it is actually a distant relative. Are there any other comments or questions? ## Can sulfamethoxazole cause you to fail a hair follicle drug test for Methamphetamine?

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I have a urinary tract infection and need antibiotic. I have a refill for the drug listed above. Is it a good medication for what I have? My Doctors office is closed today and I need it now. ## Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim is used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections. Dosage guidelines for a UTI are as follows: Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim 800/160 mg every 12 hours for 10 to 14 days. You can view a detailed description of the drug by clicking on the link below... Please post back if you have any other general questions or concerns about this drug. ## my father is over 90 years old and having problem to urinate for two days now ## He should see a doctor. He could have something wrong with his kidneys.

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I have the 800mg/160mg pills and want to cut them up to give to a dog with a UTI but I am unsure which mg dose I use to figure out how much to give to a 10# dog. Other web sites say 13mg per lb every 24hrs for dogs which would be 130mg a day, is that based on the 800mg of Sulfa. or the 160mg of the Trip? ## I have a dog approximatel 25 lbs or less. She frequently trys to pee and I have on hand SMZ TMP DS 800/160 how much do I give her. ## The following dosing guidelines relating to Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim DS (800/160) are from a pet med store and is not intended to be taken as professional medical advice. However it may help provide beneficial insight as to what may be appropriate: *13mg per pound of pet's body weight by mouth every 24 hours *May be divided into two doses ...

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I am taking sulfamethoxazole-TMP DS tabs for two 2 weeks now for my UTI. Doctor said it takes more for it to work. The only symptom I have is frequent urination or the urge to pee and microscopic hematuria. Does it take that long for the infection to get cured? ## My doctor gave me only 3-day tabs. For same UTI w/o blood. 2 weeks seems too long ## It can vary depending on the type of bacteria that has caused the infection and the severity of the infection, so it is best to follow your doctor's instructions. The FDA lists the 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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Is the generic form of bactrim (sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim) gluten free? ## What are the markings on the tablet? I'm sorry, but I need this additional information in order to check the inactive ingredients. Can you please post back with this additional information? Thank you! The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Do you have celiac disease?

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Can I take ip 272 antibiotics for infected skin boil? And up to how many antibiotics can I take in a day? ## I am 26 years old. I have ampicillin tryhydrate capsule 250 mg. How many milligrams of ampicillin can I use for the boil? ## @Daniel, IP 272 is identified as Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim DS (800 mg / 160 mg). And the answer your question is yes, this antibiotic in particular is often prescribed for tissue infections such as boils. However the protocol for proper dosing and administration should probably be left for your prescribing doctor to decide, based on the severity of the infection and other important factors. @Wale, From what I've researched, Penicillin derived antibiotics such as Ampicillin trihydrate are widely prescribed for treating boils. However, like Daniel...

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I did it this morning by accident. Is there anything I should worry about? It says twice a day but I took them at the same time. ## No, but you may experience more severe side effects than usual, which the FDA lists as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and drowsiness. How are you feeling, now? Did you experience any problems?

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I had a cold but now I have lingering chest congestion that builds up in lumps in my throat (thick slimy) and gags, choke, and make me feel like its drowning me when I am sleeping - I have to jump up out of bed and cough ad spit it out. This is different from regular cold and congestion which was usually watery. I have 8 Sulfamethoxazole =TMP DS pills and was wondering if it could help loosen the congestion? ## No, that medication 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, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. It would be best to consult your doctor, so they can provide an appropriate solution. Has this ever happened, before? Are you on any medications?

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I have 7 sulfamethoxazole-tmp ds that I have to take (1 tablet by mouth twice a day). Is that enough to treat my uti infection? ## Hello, Taurus! How are you? You should take them as instructed by your prescriber. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. The only way to find out if it will work for you is to try it and see. Has there been any change?

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