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Sulfamethoxazole with trimethoprim - oral

(sull-fuh-meth-ox-uh-zole with try-meth-oh-prim)

common brand names: Bactrim, Bethaprim, Cotrim, Septra

Simular Drugs : Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim

Related Drugs : Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim, Trimethoprim Sulfamethoxazole

Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim Usage: it antibiotic is used to treat wide variety of infections including urinary tract infections, middle ear infections and respiratory tract infections, including pneumocystis pneumonia.

How to use Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim: Take each dose with full glass about water. If stomach upset occurs, it may be taken with food or milk. the liquid suspension form about this medicine must be shaken well before each dose. Drink plenty of fluids while taking it medication unless some your physician directs you otherwise. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the drug at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Continue to take it drug until full prescribed amount is finished. Stopping medication too early may result in relapse about infection.

Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim side effects: it medication can cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, headache or vomiting. If any of these effects persist or become severe, inform some your healthcare professional. the sulfa in this combination medication may increase sensitivity to sunlight. Notify you're pharmacist if you develop: simple bleeding or bruising. rarely, this medication may cause serious, even fatal, side effects such as severe peeling skin rash known as Stevens- Johnson syndrome, blood disorders (e.g., agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia), or liver damage. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any about the following symptoms: skin rash or blisters, unusual fatigue, persistent sore throat or fever, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, abdominal pain. in unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to it drug, seek immediate healthcare attention. Symptoms about an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or physician.

Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim Precautions: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially about: liver or kidney problems, asthma or other breathing problems, blood disorders, allergies (especially pill allergies). Because this drug may make you prone to sunburn, wear protective clothing & sunscreen. this drug isn't recommended for use in infants younger than 2 months. this medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. the use about this drug is not recommended near term. Discuss risks & benefits with your healthcare professional. it drug is excreted into breast milk & may have undesirable effects on nursing infant. Consult you're doctor before breast- feeding.

Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim drug interactions: Tell youre doctor about all medicines you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially of: warfarin, oral medications to treat diabetes, methotrexate, oral PABA, phenytoin, methenamine, cyclosporine. do not start or stop any medicine without physician or pharmacist approval.

Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact some your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include nausea or vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, depression, blood in urine, & loss of consciousness.

Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim special notes: this med has been prescribed for your current condition only. do not use this later for another infection or give this to someone else. different drug may be necessary.

If you missed Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim dose: If you should miss a dose, take this as soon as remembered unless this is almost time for following dose. If this is nearly time for following dose, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim Storage: Store in room temperature away from sunlight & moisture.

Active Ingredients : Sulfamethoxazole With Trimethoprim