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Can Z-Pak Be Taken When Allergic To Sulfa Drugs?

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Question : I am on prednisone and methotrexate for GCA and RA and keep getting infections due to compromised immune system. My sed rate is 70 so MD gave me prn Z Pack. I now feel it may be UTI. can I use Z Pack? I am allergic to Sulfa Drugs
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Answered by Dr. Indranil Ghosh (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Yes you can take z pack

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for your query.

Infection is a common problem in your scenario. Z pack is a good antibiotic in this. You can certainly take it if advised by your doctor. Even in sulfa allergy it can be taken as it is from a different group.

Hope this helps.
Regards
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Can Z-Pak Be Taken When Allergic To Sulfa Drugs?

Brief Answer: Yes you can take z pack Detailed Answer: Hi Thanks for your query. Infection is a common problem in your scenario. Z pack is a good antibiotic in this. You can certainly take it if advised by your doctor. Even in sulfa allergy it can be taken as it is from a different group. Hope this helps. Regards