What is Sulfamethoxazole?
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Sulfamethoxazole is a sulfonamide bacteriostatic antibiotic most often used as part of a combination with trimethoprim, also known as Bactrim, Septrin, or Septra. It is commonly used to treat urinary tract infections and as alternative to amoxicillin-based antibiotics to treat sinusitis.
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How do members experience Sulfamethoxazole?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prevent infection | 6 | 7 | |
| Bladder problems | 1 | 1 | |
| Bone marrow transplant | 1 | 5 | |
| Support immune health | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Erectile dysfunction | 1 | |
| Exhaustion | 1 | |
| Headaches | 1 | |
| Itching | 1 | |
| Muscle spasms | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 9 |
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