Does Bactrim Treat Haemophilus? An Analysis of Efficacy and Resistance
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While historical data from the 1970s showed 100% susceptibility of *Haemophilus influenzae* to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim), modern resistance patterns have significantly complicated its use. This shifts Bactrim from a first-line therapy to a more targeted treatment, particularly for less severe infections and when susceptibility is confirmed.