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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August 7, 2007

Pros:

Works quite well, although not 100%. I'd say it cleared it up by 75% on my face and 40% on my back. Definetly made the big ones smaller.

Cons:

About 5 years ago started with 2/day and had a mild rash, cut back to 1/day and had no problems. Stopped after a year after it lost its effectiveness, came back 6 months ago and its doing pretty good.

Works good for an on again off again solution. My doc suggested using this for 6-12 months, then switching to another drug (can't remember the name) when this loses its effectiveness then back to this again in another 6-12 months. Sounds like a good plan. Really no problems with the allergic reactions.
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March 16, 2007

Pros:

This stuff works!

Cons:

I've had several derms refuse to prescribe it saying it was a severe drug, and that they NEVER prescribe it. Some said they've never heard of it being used for acne. HELLO, get with the program docs!

After having frustrating and painful acne for years, and trying many topicals and orals, thank God I found two doctors with the common sense to recognize this is what I needed to clear my skin up. I received many compliments after my skin cleared up, "Are you doing something different, your skin looks great?" I do recognize that there are possible side effects, but I don't think I've experienced any.
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December 8, 2006

Pros:

Cleared me in three days. This worked well for about 5 months but I've started getting cysts again.

Cons:

I've never used an antibiotic (and I've tried them all) that I became resistant to so quickly.
I'm not allergic to this drug so I've had no other side effects as of yet but reading the possible side effects are scarey. I'm getting off this drug.

This is definitely not for long term use. My internist told me it is very hard on the liver and kidneys plus the possible side effects of Stevens-Johnson syndrome do not make up for the short term clearing of my skin.
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November 6, 2006

Pros:

cheap
easy

Cons:

may cause dry/ flaky skin and rashes

Within the first few days i tried bactrim, i noticed a change in my skin. im excited for the results.
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June 3, 2012

Pros:

Prevents cysts
Reduces oil production
Kills Bacteria

Cons:

Does not clear acne.

Kills bacteria, prevents cysts, does not clear acne. I would recommend if you're trying to maintain your active acne. By no means is this a miracle pill.
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October 13, 2009

Pros:

Works when using, but takes awhile to start working

Cons:

After using for 5 months, it was like my skin became immune to it, and it stopped helping.

This is a very old drug. It's main purpose is to clear up UT infections, and other infections in the body. After hearing about people dying from taking Bactrim, and the fact that i still had bad acne, i decided to stop taking the pill. However, if you trust medicine, and do not have harsh acne, i'd suggest it, but not long term.
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June 17, 2009

Pros:

Works slightly with high dosage, no bad side effects

Cons:

Does not work on chest, shoulder or back acne.

Have used this for nearly 6 weeks now with little improvement and have even increased my dosage to taking 6 double strength pills per day. Anybody who is taking this for body acne is definitely better off skipping this and going straight to Accutane.
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March 21, 2009

Pros:

I am a die hard fan of Bactrim. I was on it all through high school and my skin was amazing. Completely loved the stuff.

Cons:

I think it kind of messed up my stomach a bit but it was alllll worth it! The only bad thing about taking an antibiotic is you can't stay on it forever:(

Use it.
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October 1, 2008

Pros:

Quick result. Less acne with a regular routin cleaning of your face.

Cons:

Headaches and nausea but if you drink lots of water, headache should disappear. Plenty of water and take it in full stomach so that you don't get headaches and nausea. Frink plenty of water for sure.

I'm still taking it. It seems to work. Been taking it for 2 1/2 weeks now. I heard there are some side effects like kidney problems etc.. but still have to ask my Dermatologist about it.
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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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