BACTRIM Reviews (SULFAMETHOXAZOLE; TRIMETHOPRIM)Average Rating: 1.9 (1902 Ratings)Filter ResultsCompare BACTRIM with similar:
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| RATING | REASON | SIDE EFFECTS FOR BACTRIM | COMMENTS | SEX | AGE | DURATION/ DOSAGE | DATE ADDED |
| 5 | Prone to abscess | none | i've taken back drum on a few occasions and it's only his work wonderful for me...I would like to know why you can't go in direct sunlight | F | 41 | 10 days 2x day | 6/13/2015 | 1 | Infected Suture site | Day 1: fever/chills and fatigue; Day 2: same as day one, PLUS throbbing headache and extreme muscle soreness in neck, base of head and upper back- all soreness predominantly on right side of these areas; Day 3: all of the day 1 & 2 symptoms PLUS red dots on upper and lower legs (not itchy), TERRIFYING NUMBNESS in both arms from elbows down. Wrists feel as they have been bound, left hand has the most severe (non-stop) tingling. | I was prescribed Bactrim by a dermatologist. On day 2 of my symptoms I went to my general family dr, worried I had the flu. Flu and steep tests were negative. She suggested I MIGHT be having an allergic reaction to the Bactrim, and told me to consult my Dermotologist since he prescribed it. The next day (3) I was going to see the Dermo to get stitches removed. I called her on day 3 after I woke up with new symptoms and she said to stop taking immediately- BUT I had already taken my am dosage. When I went to dermo he also agreed and said to stop taking. He's waiting for my culture from earlier in week to come in so be an prescribe another antibiotic. I will NEVER take Bactrim again, and hope these problems go away soon! My familyDr suggested I take Benadryl to alleviate some symptoms... I'm scared to take more drugs right now.. | F | 31 | 3 days 800/160MG | 6/12/2015 | 1 | upper respiratory infection | Feeling hot, pins and needle feeling all over, pain in right shoulder, heart palps, lighthead, constipation, hard to breath, anxiety like feelings | Along with erythromycin I will never do what a doctor says when prescribed Bactrim DS. This is the worst antibiotic ever. It's been banned in the UK and obviously they had good reasons. Why is it not banned everywhere. If you have a heart condition or take blood thinners, beware! It can kill. I seriously doubt the knowledge of some medical professionals, with their carefree atitude at prescribing dangerous drugs willy nilly. | M | 63 | 3 days 800/160mg | 6/11/2015 | 2 | open wound | Ear ache, sore throat, headaches, severe pain in left side of stomach. Hot flashes, dehydration, Horrible constipation. | I was taking bactrim with keflex along side it so both in combination could have a play in side effects. | F | 27 | 5 days | 6/8/2015 | 1 | acne treatment | hives, itching, red rash all over body, irritated lips, numbness (especially in feet, hands, and face), widespread tingling/burning sensation, facial swelling, swollen feet/hands, nausea, chapped lips, headache, joint/muscle pain, difficulty breathing, back pain, chest tightness, shakiness, fatigue, irritated red eyes, sore throat, cough, hoarseness | Definitely do not recommend. The side effects far outweigh the benefit of the medicine. | F | 16 | 1 weeks 100 mg | 6/5/2015 | 1 | uti | I cannot believe how sick I got. I honestly felt the worst I have ever felt. I know people who have taken it and were fine, but I would never take this again. The duration was 5 days and it was the hardest days of my life. I read it is an older drug and has had many reactions like mine. They should discontinue this because if the severe side effects. My doctor told me that bactrim could have worsened my already sick gallbladder. I started having gallbladder pains within 2 days of taking it. | F | 38 | 5 days 25mg | 5/24/2015 | 1 | Unknown infection in nostril | 4 days after starting this, late at night,I suddenly developed a raging fever, severe headache and body aches. Fever lessened somewhat the next day, but head/body aches persidted and I was unable to do anything but lie in a darkened room with my eyes closed. Getting up and moving around for any length of time caused me to have violent dry heaves. I also had no appetite, could not force myself to eat. 2nd night, fever came back with a vengeance. Very scary stuff. Finally had my doctor paged and he said to stop it immediately and that he was sorry for poisoning me. | As other commenters have said, I have no idea why this medication is even on the market. It has absolutely vicious and terrifying side effects. I would be very, very careful about taking this poison. One of the worst experiences of my life and it is taking a few days to slowly recover from it. | F | 63 | 5 days 800 mg 2X day | 5/23/2015 | 4 | mycobacterial infection | Slight itching, skin crawling | Has worked very well for my very severe infection. Not everyone can tolerate this drug, but it is good if youcan. Highly recommend! | F | 43 | 3 months 160mg 2X day | 5/22/2015 | 1 | Possible UTI | Body aches, aching genitals, itching, fatigue, joint pain, sore throat, fever, chills, nausea, loss of appetite | This stuff is awful. I would not recommend it to anyone. Was supposed to be on it for a week for a UTI. The second day I felt fatigued and a little achey but didn't think much of it. Then on the third day I became really ill with flu-like symptoms. It's now the fourth day and I have since stopped taking it. I have felt a bit better so far but still pretty awful. Avoid this if you can. | M | 27 | 4 days | 5/22/2015 | 1 | sinus and cold/coughing | Headache, nausea, unclear thinking, rash and shaking all over on the 2ndday..almost went to ER but took benadryl to help with reaction. | I thought I wad literally going to die. Never will take again | F | 48 | 2 days 160 | 5/21/2015 | 1 | Prostatitis / UTI | I had severe fever and chills after taking one pill on the first day, and then the severe fever continued for two more days even though I didn't take any more pills. | About 12 years ago I also briefly took Bactrim for prostatitis as well, and then I fainted after taking the first pill and didn't take any more pills. | M | 45 | 1 days 800 MG DS 2X day | 5/14/2015 | 1 | Sinus infection | Nausea, severe headache, hot flashes, chills, dizziness, extreme fatigue, muscle weakness, no appetite | I began experiencing nausea and headache right away with first dose but kept taking it as this was described as possible side effect. On day 8 I ended up in ER with extreme dizziness, severe nausea, muscle weakness, dehydration even though I was drinking extra water as directed by my doctor. I was given IV fluids and some meds to combat the nausea and told to stop the bactrim. That was 3 days ago and still feeling ill. My sinus infection is improved but I will never take bactrim again. | F | 49 | 8 days 160/800 2X day | 5/14/2015 | 5 | uti & skin burn | Flushed, Heat Flashes, shakey, dizziness, exhaustion, tired | I works | F | 24 | 7 days | 5/11/2015 | 3 | UTI | I experienced red dots all over my skin after having sun exposure | F | 18 | 6 days | 5/10/2015 | 3 | MSRA | nausea, vomiting, tiredness, weak legs, dizziness, spinning | I eat before taking these but I can't drive or work no matter what. After a week, Im getting worse effects. | F | 22 | 1 weeks 800-160 2X | 5/6/2015 | 1 | Infection on thumb | Sun sensitivity, Spotty Rash covering body, tingling skin (especially around lips), swelling of face and lips, fatigue, muscle aches, headaches, severe thirst | All was going well and I only had one dose left when I had my first symptom. It was a rash where my skin had been exposed to the sun. I didn't take the last dose until I was able to talk to my doctor a couple of days later. I felt kind of tired soon after taking it and laid down for a nap. When i woke up an hour later my lips were tingling and an angry red rash covered my body (not just where I had had sun exposure). That night I got severe chills and woke up with swelling of my face, lips, and hands. I didn't have to go to the ER, but I wondered if I was going to need to. I took some benedryl and got lots of rest and drank lots of water. | F | 28 | 10 days 1920 MG 2X day | 5/1/2015 | 1 | UTI | Dizziness, confusion, severe nausea, 24-hour constant headaches, fatigue, stomach pain, constipation. | This drug is HORRIBLE. I will NEVER take it again. I have not had a BM since I started taking it a week ago and I have felt horrible every single day. I've been having to take Excedrin for my headaches and my doctor had to call in Zofran for my nausea. On top of all that, I've been severely constipated and will now have to take something for that. | F | 29 | 7 days 800/160MG 2X day | 4/30/2015 | 1 | because i was stuck by a cactus pla | It made me feel nausiated, feverish, dizzy,cold & hot sweats,headaches, burning sensation in my chest(like heartburn), it basically felt as if i was given some chemical poison. What happened to amoxicillon?? | Bactrim was first introduced to me by 2 medical lab m.d. in 2006 at U.M.C. in fresno,ca. when my father was diagnosed with livercirrhosis I was offered a deal to receive a check if I volunteered my daddy to be a candidate to take the at then illegal drug bactrim that wasn't ok aid in in the United States at the time it was being experimented with in Europe I was outraged because they wanted to experiment a fatal drug on my dad for a check of $200 for his life I immediately rejected their offer but later found out they did give him a dose without consent of any family member.which on that day his last days went quicker. I believe bactrim and all these new anti biotics are nothing more but poisions slowly killing the populations of the lower middle class | M | 38 | 8 days 30mg | 4/27/2015 | 3 | Cellulitis | Major bloating for after eating meals, loss of appetite, stomach pain | I was put on Bactrim for a severe poison ivy rash that became infected. Started symptoms on day 3, worse daily until I finished. Took probiotics to no avail. | F | 33 | 7 days 2x | 4/15/2015 | 3 | Infected bug bite on left arm | Scary dreams, sore throat (for one night and into the afternoon), severe headache for two days straight, insomnia, rash on top of upper thighs | One day I noticed what I thought to be just a bug bite on my left arm. The next morning I woke up to a cluster of tiny blisters and went to the dr. Said it was an infected bug bite and prescribed me bactrim. Started taking it that night and continued for the next ten days. The blisters began to shrink and soon turned into a scab which ended up peeling off and is light pink and almost disappearing. Although bactrim worked for the infection, the side effects occurred every single day and everyday it was something different. | F | 20 | 10 days | 4/5/2015 |