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Reviewer: Sunni, 55-64 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I was given this drug as treatment for a nasty infection on my index finger (possibly MRSA). It worked quickly and effectively. However, on day 9 I developed a skin rash, starting with my ears, scalp, back then entire torso. Luckily only the back area itched. I am puzzled as I have taken sulfa drugs over the years with no problem. I am also disappointed to no longer have them in my arsenal of
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Reviewer: 35-44 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Caregiver)
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My Daughter was given this medication for a staph infection. It worked quickly and effectively. Please take even this review with a grain of salt. Most posts here are by people with negative results, not positive or even neutral. If you have a negative side effect on a med, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Don't read all these posts and assume! And for everyone's sake, either take
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Reviewer: 19-24 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I feel like a zombie on it.
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Reviewer: missjaimie05, 25-34 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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i have a rare skin conditionm called epdermolysis bllosa and it treated it very well
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Reviewer: dixievalkyrie, 19-24 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)
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I had impetigo on the sides of my mouth and a staph infection at the base of my neck, both very nasty and painful. My dr. threw me on two (generic)Bactrim a day for 10 days and also prescribed Altabax ointment to rub on the lesions. Both worked wonders and the sored healed in a couple days!
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