It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with or without food.
Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 2 tablets every 12 hours for a period of 10 to 14 days.
Child- The recommended dose is 8 mg/kg of trimethoprim and 40 mg/kg of sulfamethoxazole daily in 2 divided doses every 12 hours.
Bactrim, Bactrim DS, Septra, Septra DS, Sulfatrim
Dosage & When it is to be taken
It is a fixed combination product containing sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim in 5:1 ratio.Adult- PO- The recommended dose is 2 tablets every 12 hours for a period of 10 to 14 days.
Child- The recommended dose is 8 mg/kg of trimethoprim and 40 mg/kg of sulfamethoxazole daily in 2 divided doses every 12 hours.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with anemia, hypersensitivity, during pregnancy and breast-feeding.Drug Name : Co-trimoxazole
This medication is a combination of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole, prescribed for certain types bacterial infections.Trade Names/Brand Names of Co-trimoxazole
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Bactrim, Bactrim DS, Septra, Septra DS, Sulfatrim
