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No, simvastatin does not contain sulfa. It is a statin medication used to lower cholesterol levels and is not chemically related to sulfonamide drugs, which are the class of medications that contain sulfa. If you have a sulfa allergy, simvastatin is generally considered safe, but it's always best to consult with a healthcare provider regarding any concerns.
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Is sulfur the same as sulpha drugs?
Sulfur is a chemical element (S).The so-called "sulpha" drugs contain sulfur in the molecule.
Is sulfa in Ritalin?
No, Ritalin is does not contain sulfa and does not even have a sulfur atom within its structure to form the basis of sulpha. There are a number of medications besides antibiotics which do contain sulpha groups and which should be avoided by people with such allergies, but Ritalin is not one of them.
If allergic to sulpha could you be allergic to ferrous subsulfate as well?
Unlikely. Many compounds in your body contain sulfur, an element. Sulpha, or sulfa, refers to a class of antibiotics. It would be like being allergic to carbon or nitrogen.
Does clindamycin hydrochloride contain a sulfur drug?
I am allergic to sulpha and told this to the ER doctor and they prescribed this for me. I am not a medical expert and have now knowledge of medicine, but with that information I don't think they would prescribe this medicine with full knowledge the person taking it was allergic to sulpha. Took it for the 10 days with no problems.
Is simvastatin an MAOI?
Simvastatin is not an MAOI.
Is simvastatin a steroid drug?
is simvastatin a steroid
What is the cost of Simvastatin without insurance?
What is the cost of simvastatin
What are side effects of taking simvastatin?
side effects of simvastatin
What is sulfa hemoglobin?
what is sulpha heamoglobin
What is sulpha triad?
It's an antibiotic.
Is simvastatin given for high blood pressure?
No, simvastatin is a cholesterol lowering medication.
Can you take caltrate d with simvastatin?
Yes, you can take caltrate D with simvastatin. There is no drug interaction.
