What is trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole used for?

What is trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole used for?

This medication is a combination of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections (such as middle ear, urine, respiratory, and intestinal infections). It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia (pneumocystis-type).

What is contraindicated with sulfamethoxazole?

Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to trimethoprim or sulfonamides, in patients with a history of drug-induced immune thrombocytopenia with use of trimethoprim and/or sulfonamides, and in patients with documented megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency.

Is Sulfameth trimethoprim the same as Bactrim?

Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) is a combination of two antibiotics and Septra (trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole) is a quinolone antibiotic. Both drugs are used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, bronchitis and other lung infections.

Why trimethoprim is combined with sulfamethoxazole?

The synergy between trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole was first described in the late 1960s. Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole have a greater effect when given together than when given separately, because they inhibit successive steps in the folate synthesis pathway.

Can you drink coffee with sulfamethoxazole?

No interactions were found between caffeine / sodium benzoate and Sulfatrim. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Should I eat before taking sulfamethoxazole?

May be taken with or without food. Swallow tablets with a big glass of water. Take only as directed by your doctor and do not share with anyone else as misuse can encourage the development of drug-resistant bacteria and reduce the effectiveness of sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim.

Can you eat yogurt while taking sulfamethoxazole?

Interactions between your drugs No interactions were found between Bactrim and yogurt. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.