Bactrim
Bactrim (generic name: Cotrimoxazole) is a combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim in a ratio of 5:1 or 1:2. Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole both block the production of folic acid, a necessary chemical for both bacteria and humans, and each is an effective antibiotic when used alone. For more information on the individual drugs, please visit their respective sites in the Pharmacy section. Bactrim Cotrimoxazole was approved by the FDA in 1973. Cotrimoxazole is also manufactured under brand name Septra.
Bactrim Cotrimoxazole is used for urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, middle ear infections, for prevention of infections due to pneumococcus in transplant recipients, for the treatment or prevention of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia, chancroid, and prevention of toxoplasma encephalitis in patients with AIDS.
Bactrim possible side effects
Appetite loss, diarrhea, nausea, skin sensitivity to sunlight, vomiting. Contact your doctor if any of these or other side effects occur. If you experience any of the following serious side effects, you should seek medical attention immediately- allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue), blistered, peeling, red, or swollen skin, bloody or black, tarry stools, chest pain, chills, fever, or sore throat, decreased urination, depression, hallucinations, irregular heartbeat, joint or muscle pain, painful or stiff neck, purple patches under the skin, seizures, severe diarrhea, severe or persistent cough, severe or persistent headache, severe or persistent nausea or vomiting, shortness of breath, stomach cramps/pain, unusual bruising or bleeding, unusual tiredness or weakness, unusually pale skin, vaginal irritation or discharge, yellowing of the skin or eyes.