Does Bactrim Treat MRSA?: Understanding Its Role and Limitations
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According to infectious disease guidelines, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim) is a recommended oral antibiotic for treating specific community-acquired MRSA skin and soft-tissue infections. However, the answer to **does Bactrim treat MRSA** depends heavily on the infection's location, severity, and local patterns of antibiotic resistance.
