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What Causes Dry Heaves, Chills And Rashes On The Body After Taking Sulfamethoxazole?

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Question : Yesterday had dry heaves all day followed by chills overnight and now a rash all over body. Was fighting an infection started from a toe nail being rilpped off. Was given antibiotics for it cephalexin and sulfameth but to be honest did not stay on schedule taking the pills
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Stop the medications and talk to your doctor!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I have reviewed your information fully. This seems an allergy to sulfameth. I strongly recommend you stop this medication and report this to your treating doctor immediately.

I wish you well and do treat this as a matter of urgency.
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What Causes Dry Heaves, Chills And Rashes On The Body After Taking Sulfamethoxazole?

Brief Answer: Stop the medications and talk to your doctor! Detailed Answer: Hi, I have reviewed your information fully. This seems an allergy to sulfameth. I strongly recommend you stop this medication and report this to your treating doctor immediately. I wish you well and do treat this as a matter of urgency.