Co-trimoxazole
Information about Co-trimoxazole
Co-trimoxazole Uses
Co-trimoxazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. It is used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, infections of urinary tract, ear and intestines.
How Co-trimoxazole works
Co-trimoxazole is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Common side effects of Co-trimoxazole
Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction
Available Medicine for Co-trimoxazole
Septran CGlaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹21 variant(s)
Expert advice for Co-trimoxazole
- Your doctor has prescribed Co-trimoxazole to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
- Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine.
- Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
- Do not take Co-trimoxazole if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Discontinue Co-trimoxazole and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.