A Brief Discussion of Sulfa Allergies

As the Mayo Clinic describes, a sulfa allergy most often refers to an adverse reaction to an antibiotic called sulfamethoxazole, which is present in antibiotics that contain sulfonamides. Some of these antibiotics are Septra and Bactrim. Sulfisoxazole, present in Pediazole, should also be avoided. Those with sulfa allergies are allergic to drugs containing sulfonamides.

Those with sulfa allergies are allergic to drugs containing sulfonamides.

In addition to antibiotics, there are many other medications that contain sulfonamides. These medications include some diuretics, oral diabetes medications, and some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories. Check with your doctor to make sure these are safe.

Skin reactions are the most common reaction to sulfa medications, but the liver and kidneys, lungs, and blood may also be affected.

Note: Sulfa allergies are not to be confused with sulfite allergies, which involve allergies to common preservatives found in both foods and medications.

Posted by Shifrah on Friday, April 11, 2008

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