Bactrim-DS

Drug Name:

Co-trimoxazole (Sulphamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg) Tablets

Category:

International Brand: Bactrim-DS

Bactrim-DS

Details

Purpose

Co-trimoxazole (Sulphamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg) Tablets are used for the treatment of

  • Urinary tract infections
  • Traveler’sdiarrhea
  • Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia
  • Ear infections
  • Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
  • Bronchitis

The medication comes under the brand name Bactrim-DS, which is famous in the pharma market. The medicine is also available in generic forms.

 

How does it work?

Co-trimoxazole (Sulphamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg) Tabletsare the combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.  These two antibiotics work by controlling the growth of infectious bacteria in the host body. the active ingredients in these tablets inhibit the growth of various bacterial infections.

 

Measures and precautions

  1. Bactrim-DS tablets are usually prescribed for the treatment of bacterial infections in the body.
  2. The tablets are effective against infectious bacteria only. It does not work in the case of viral infections.
  3. Bactrim-DS tablets can be consumed as per the directions of the doctor. The usual consumption is once or twice a day.
  4. The doses of this medication depend on the patient’s medical conditions and response towards it.
  5. Co-trimoxazole (Sulphamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg) Tablets are consumed orally through the mouth as prescribed by the doctor.
  6. Children,less than 3 years of age can also be given Bactrim-DS tablets to fight bacterial infections.
  7. Read carefully all instructions from the medication guide to avoiding any misconception.
  8. The tablets can be taken with or without food. They are not meal-dependent.
  9. Take the pills regularly as per the instructions of the doctor to get good results.
  10. If an allergy or side-effects happens after taking the Co-trimoxazole (Sulphamethoxazole 800 mg + Trimethoprim 160 mg) Tabletsthen immediately report to the doctor.
  11. Do not try to overdose on the tablets, as they are not harmful to the body.

 

Side-effects

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Swollen tongue
  • Loss of appetite
  • Tiredness
  • Sleep problems
  • Ringing in ears
  • Diarrhea
  • Blood in urine
  • Drowsiness in elevated levels
  • Low blood sugar
  • Nervousness
  • Sweating
  • Shaking
  • Muscle weakness

 

Interactions

Some drug interactions are observed with diuretics and other inhibitor factors. The combination can be fatal for the body. so, it is advised to not take these tablets with other category drugs.