I'm allergic to it.. Please help
2007-02-07 04:32:47 · 5 answers · asked by ? 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
The sulfa family of drugs includes sulfadiazine, sulfamethizole (brand name: Thiosulfil Forte), sulfamethoxazole (Gantanol), sulfasalazine (Azulfidine), sulfisoxazole (Gantrisin), and various high-strength combinations of three sulfonamides. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for specific details.
2007-02-07 04:37:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
All medicines, both for internal and external use, that have a sulpha (or sulfa) in their chemical name contain sulphur and hence must not be used by people allergic to this agent.
2007-02-07 12:38:55 · answer #2 · answered by angel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sufa is found in sulfa containing antibiotic medicines and creams. Deathly allergic to it here too.
2007-02-07 12:36:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
. Sulfadiazine and trimethoprim combination is used to treat urinary tract infections. Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim combination is used to treat infections, such as bronchitis, middle ear infection, urinary tract infection, and traveler's diarrhea. It is also used for the prevention and treatment of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia (PCP). These medicines will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections. They may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
2007-02-07 12:42:40 · answer #4 · answered by explodingpies 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they are a class of antibiotic
2007-02-07 12:36:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋