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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April 12, 2007

Pros:

Cleared up the acne on my back somewhat.

Cons:

I found out I was allergic to it once a rash broke up on my body. Went to the emergency room and got a steroid treatment. Benadryl did not work to get rid of the rash, needed something stronger

It is strong stuff. You need to weight the pros and cons before starting it. Sure it will clear your acne, but skin diseases and an unhealthy liver and kidney, pass..
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March 7, 2007

Pros:

It clear up my acne within a couple of weeks, but that could have been a result of the burns that developed on my skin as a result of my allergic reaction???

Cons:

It can be very dangerous. I had a severe allergic reaction that developed into a life threatening condition known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome. I survived, but there is up to a %40 mortality rate.

It can work, but be careful. If you start to feel sick at all, check with your doctor because it could be a reaction to the Bactrim. I didn't develop symptoms of the allergic reaction until two weeks after I started the Bactrim so I didn't immediately associate my illness with the medication. Additionally, the first symptoms were a high fever (104 degrees), a sore throat, hot/cold flashes, and body aches so I thought I was getting the flu. Because I didn't realize it was an allergic reaction, I didn't get medical treatment until I broke out in hives/burns all over my body a week later.
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October 14, 2008

Pros:

non yet..

Cons:

no sign of improvement, in fact its worsened..

ive been taking this medication for about a week now and after reading all the reviews i was really excited to finally see my cystic acne go away . over the past week ive broken out more then ever and just hope its somewhat like accutane where it worsens at first but all the reviews are described at immediate results. if anyone knows whether it will get better or im just wasting my time and making my acne worse please let me know..
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October 19, 2007

Pros:

Seemed to get acne under control.

Cons:

Broke out in hives

I had been on it a couple of weeks and noticed great improvement. Then I broke out in hives on my hands and arms. I had to discontinue. It's too bad...
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December 13, 2006

Pros:

Cleared me up. Take a look at the picture gallery or search for Kone and you'll see my photo gallery

Cons:

Not safe for everyone

I took two doses of this as recommended by my doctor. Was on it for probably two months... It worked and spared me from my cyst breakout --(very severe!) but may be wearing off right now. I won't go back on this because I know what this and other antibiotics do to the body. If you are taking antibiotics, take probiotics! Kone
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January 8, 2009

Pros:

clears some spots, minimizes red ness as they are anti-inflammitory.

Cons:

didnt work aswell as i thought, first week of using it i broke out with two massive spots on my chin. However i think it might have somethng to do with the fact i developed a tolerance for doxycyline as i used it for 9 months.

if you are going to use trimethoprim make sure that you wernt on your last drug for more than 3-5 months, jst so that your body doesnt creare too much of a tolerance and give the trimethoprim a fighting chance.
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July 9, 2009

Pros:

This product really worked wonders for my face. I had absolutely no break outs while on the medication.

Cons:

allergic reaction to it.

Do not take this medication!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was taking this medication for three weeks. On the third week, my entire body broke out with an itchy rash of hives, even the bottom of my feet. I developed vagina itching along with rectum itching. This is no ordinary rash. This type of rash feels like someone is constantly stabbing you with knives and the rash retains heat. Could you imagine your entire body itching at the same time and it last of days? I couldn't even sleep because of the rash.
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June 16, 2009

Pros:

Eventually works with a high dosage.

Cons:

Takes a while to work. Doesn't cure acne, just controlls it.

It made acne significantly worse for the first month of taking it. Increased dosage to 6 double strength pills a day and the acne has finally begun to calm down on chest and face.
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March 31, 2009

Pros:

Seemed to work

Cons:

VERY ALLERGIC

I wish I had a chance to try this for a longer period of time. After only a week I got very sick, red all over, and had joint pain that is beyond description. It turned out I am allergic, but it seems to have helped many.
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June 19, 2007

Pros:

For those who can tolerate it, Bactrim seems to clear people up well.

Cons:

Looks like a lot of us can't tolerate it!

Side effects included nausea and fatigue ... tenth day I broke out in a rash and had to quit. If this works for you, great - but watch carefully for side-effects.
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