... me Zithromax and am nervous about taking it and having another allergic reaction. Are there any of the same ingrediants in these antibiodics? Do you think that I should begin this antibiodic without worry?
Azithromycin - I have just had a severe allergic reaction to Bactrim. My doctor has now prescribed?
Question posted by tjandtysmom on 19 Oct 2009
Last updated on 19 October 2009 by Marvell
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Marvell
19 Oct 2009
You should be fine to take azithromycin if you are allergic to Bactrim. The sulfonamide group, present in Bactrim, that is the reason for the allergy is not present in Azithromycin. However, be vigilant and if you do happen to have any adverse effects please see your doctor.
https://www.drugs.com/pro/azithromycin-tablets.html
https://www.drugs.com/pro/bactrim.html
Please see link below for more information about the reason for the allergic reaction caused by Bactrim.
http://allergies.about.com/od/medicationallergies/a/sulfa.htm
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