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Yes, technically.
Sulfonamide is a chemical moiety (component of a molecule) from which sulfa antibiotics (most commonly in the US Bactrim/ Septra/ trimethoprim-sulfamethixizole) take their name. Allergies to it are common and people allergic to one sulfa antibiotic should not take others.
Other drugs such as Hydrochlorothiazide, furosemide, sulfonylurea Diabetes medications, Celebrex (pain med) and sumatriptan (Imitrex for migraines) also contain sulfonamides but they are chemically different and usually do not cross react in people allergic to sulfa antibiotics.
Whether people allergic to sulfa antibiotics should avoid these other drugs is controversial. Many references recommend it based on the chemistry but the fact is that cross reactions are very rare and so many experts believe that it is safe for them to be taken. Some recommend taking the first dose in the doctor's office.
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Does crestor contain sulfa?
No. Lipitor does not contain sulfa.
Is hydrochlorothiazide a sulfa drug?
Hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) is not a Sulfa drug it is a thiazide diuretic. However, in its chemical structure it contains a sulfonamide group. This is the reason why people with Sulfa allergies cannot not generally use this medication.
Does Sulfa contain Penicillin?
Penicillin is not a sulfa drug.
Does timolol maleate have sulfa in it?
No. Timolol maleate does not contain sulfa in it.
Is levofloxacin a sulfa drug?
Yes, Lasix ( furosemide) does contain the compound sulfonamide in its molecular structure, so it has sulfa in it; however, it is usually considered to be a drug related to the sulfa drugs rather than a true sulfa drug. People who are allergic to sulfa may have a allergice reaction to Lasix but the chance is much smaller than to a true sulfa drug like an antibiotic in that family.
Does alprazolam or xanax contain sulfa or are they sulfa based?
No. Above mentioned drugs do not contains sulfa drugs. They are not sulfa based also.
Does Adderall XR have sulfa in it?
Nope! I take it and am allergic to Sulfa. ---- No, Adderal does not contain any sulfa moieties.
Does singular contain sulfa?
No, it does not.
Does bactroban contain sulfa?
No
Does Macrodantin contain sulfa?
NO
Does disulfiram contain sulfa?
yes
Does hydrocortisone acetate contain sulfa?
No, hydrocortisone acetate does not contain sulfa. It is a corticosteroid medication used to reduce inflammation and itching of the skin.
