Bactrim/Septra : (trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole) Oral Antibiotic

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Active Ingredients:
Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim.

Inactive ingredients:
Docusate sodium 85%, sodium benzoate 15%, sodium starch glycolate, magnesium stearate and pregelatinized starch.

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September 26, 2008

Pros:

It clears up acne and if you stay on it, you will continue to stay clear for the most part. i was on it for almost 2 years and had very clear skin.

Cons:

after i went off of it for a few months I began to have mild breakouts which eventually got significantly worse.

it will help your acne, but it's not a long term solution. i'm 21 years old now. i'm hoping that i will grow out of my acne soon. hopefuly if i take this for another year I can go off without having any major breakouts. otherwise, i suppose i will have to go on accutane, even though i sincerely dread it. Good luck to everyone.
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September 20, 2008

Pros:

Seemed to start helping in the first couple weeks.

Cons:

Allergic reaction, broke out even worse when I had to stop taking it.

After about a week and a half, this made me break out in hives over my entire body and it gave me a fever. After two days of not taking it, the hives started to go away. And now that I'm off of it, I'm breaking out worse than before. I've also heard that it can cause life-threatening allergic reactions, so pay attention to side effects!
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September 5, 2008

Pros:

i didnt work

Cons:

horrible headaches, tiredness, fever, and sore throat

it just didnt work. if u have to decide between accutane and bactrim, go for the accutane instead of wasting ur time with this drug.
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August 23, 2008

Pros:

i tried doxycyline, erythromycin, 2 courses accutane...this works the best. i use it with differin and clindamycin 1%

Cons:

still a few pimples occasionally...

it works, not the first line for acne treatment, but much better than the typical treatments!! may be more difficult to get your derm to prescribe it.
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August 19, 2008

Pros:

cleared up face to an extent (blackheads, 1-2 whiteheads, around 3-4 really bad breakouts during the year)

Cons:

long-term problems (liver)
HORRIBLE HORRIBLE HORRIBLE breakouts once you're off!!!

if you're willing to risk your longterm health for clear skin that won't last, take it!!
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August 12, 2008

Pros:

About 6months ago I started breaking out severely! I tried everything, but nothing seemed to work, not even accutane. About 2 weeks ago I started taking Bactrim. My face is completely clear and cyst free!

Cons:

none for me

you MUST give it a try! I'm amazed at how quick this medication worked. Now Im following this regiment that is keeping my face clear: 1) taka Bactrim 2)wash face (am and pm) with Neutrogena oil free acne wash 3) Use Benxoyl Peroxide (am and pm), followed by a retinol lotion, I use Murad skin perfecting lotion. 4)Also, use a night cream that will help with the scars. I use DDF Nutrient K plus. I also found the most amazing make-up that will hide anything!!! you have to get it! Estee Lauder Maximun cover foundation OR, for something a little lighter, try Estee Lauder Double Matte. All I know is that it is worth the investment! It really boosted my self-esteem! so please try!
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August 7, 2008

Pros:

It really worked and cleared my acneic skin which have had ever since I was 12. It worked so fast. I love it. GO GET IT NOWWW

Cons:

None. but i heard even when u loose the acne...stay consistant with it and dont stop

It really worked and cleared my acneic skin which have had ever since I was 12. It worked so fast. I love it. GO GET IT NOWWW
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August 6, 2008

Pros:

Yup it sure cleared up body acne and facial lumps and bumps!

Cons:

Red rash that appears out of nowhere, I cant sleep! This stuff keeps me awake cos my body just aches after 2 weeks into this, im on the 800mg dosage. And man do my joints and muscles ache, headaches lots of headaches and you pretty much feel like poo

As a body builder, im currently fighting acne due to triggered hormones produced from all the exercise im doing. This stuff works but man do you feel like its working against you especially in the gym.
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August 2, 2008

Pros:

Worked better than anything I've ever used! Cleared up acne on face, neck, chest, and back within days.

Cons:

As soon as I stopped taking it, I broke out worse than before. I also think it gave me headaches.

It's good for some time with clear skin, and works well. But I don't think its safe to take for too long, and as soon as you stop taking it your acne gets worse.
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July 24, 2008

Pros:

It worked well, I have only been taking the product for a week.

Cons:

I broke out in a rash and is now suffering from a sore throat.

DO NOT TAKE, this medication it is very dangerous. I have never had a allergic reaction to anything in my life until I was introduced to Bactrim. If you want a great face, a bad rash and a horrible sore throat this is the drug for you.
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