Is Streptococcus Resistant to Bactrim? Separating the Myth from the Modern Evidence
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The long-held belief that *Streptococcus* is resistant to Bactrim (trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole) largely stems from historical lab testing errors that utilized high-thymidine media, which enabled the bacteria to bypass the drug's mechanism of action. Understanding the modern evidence is crucial for proper antibiotic use, particularly when considering whether **Streptococcus** is resistant to Bactrim in various clinical scenarios.
