Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole (Bacrtim) Flashcards

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1
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What is the medication used for?

A

To treat bacterial infections, most commonly UTIs.

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What are the contraindications for taking Bactrim?

A

Kidney or liver failure

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3
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The severe inflammatory skin disorder caused by Bactrim is called ___ ____ ____

A

Steven-Johnson syndrome

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During this allergic reaction what will you see?

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Severe skin lesions; blisters; swelling of throat, lips, tongue; fever; headache; rash *lesions can be internally on organs as well

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