9 Common Things That Can Trigger Lupus

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If you’re not careful, your medication may come with some very unintended side effects—namely, lupus flares. Medical News Today advises lupus patients to avoid sulfa-based antibiotics, such as Bactrim and Septra, as well as sleeping aids like melatonin and Rozerem. Dr. Koumpouras also cautions against taking antibiotics used to control acne, such as minocycline, if you have lupus.

In addition to triggering lupus in some patients, certain medications can cause drug-induced lupus if the meds are taken for a long period of time. This is a temporary condition that causes lupus-like symptoms, but the condition generally clears up once the medication is stopped.

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