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What Causes Constipation While On Bactrim?
My wife is 3 days in to a 7 day, twice daily dose of Bactrim for a Staph infection. Her doctor sent a biopsy sample from her open, oozing sore, but started her on this, for now, until he learns if a more specific antibiotic is preferred for her type of Staph. My wife is experiencing constipation rather than any diarreah, is that also an occasional, if less common side effect??
Tue, 23 Jul 2019
Hello,
Yes, Bactrim. All sulpha drugs will cause constipation rather than diarrhea. Not to worry wait till reports come. Take a high fiber diet.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr C.ELANCHEZHIAN, General & Family Physician
Yes, Bactrim. All sulpha drugs will cause constipation rather than diarrhea. Not to worry wait till reports come. Take a high fiber diet.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr C.ELANCHEZHIAN, General & Family Physician
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