Connect with others who understand.

  •   Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  •   Real advice from people who’ve been there
  •   People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
All Resources Treatments A-Z Personal Assistant Help Center Crisis
Powered By
Real members of MyLupusTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

What antibiotics should we avoid if we have Lupus?

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Huntersville, NC
December 17, 2023
 · 
Reactions
A MyLupusTeam Member

To clarify further, bactrim is trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, in case anyone gets the generic. 🥰

December 18, 2023
A MyLupusTeam Member

Thank you!! @A MyLupusTeam Member

December 18, 2023
A MyLupusTeam Member

Bactrim can trigger flares. Other antibiotics are not reported to cause problems.

December 17, 2023

Related Questions

View All

What should we avoid eating?

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Florida City, FL
November 16, 2025

Pregnancy?

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Puyallup, WA
April 13, 2016

What food triggers flare ups

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Vancouver, BC
July 9, 2023

Medicinal Mushrooms and Lupus: Are They Safe?
Can You Donate Plasma if You Have Lupus?
Can Humidity Make You Itchy If You Have Lupus?