Bactrim is also prescribed for the treatment of Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia, and for prevention of this type of pneumonia in people with weakened immune systems.
Your
health care provider (doctor, nurse, or pharmacist) may measure
the effectiveness and side effects of your treatment using laboratory
tests and physical examinations. It is important to keep all appointments
with your doctor and the laboratory. The length of treatment depends
on how your infection and symptoms respond to the medication.
Precautions
Before administering Bactrim and trimethoprim,
--
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Bactrim,
trimethoprim, any other sulfa drug, diuretics ('water pills'), oral
diabetes medications, or any other drugs.
-- tell your doctor and pharmacist what
medications you are taking, particularly anticoagulants ('blood
thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin), cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune),
diabetes medications, diuretics ('water pills'), medications for
seizures such as phenytoin (Dilantin), methotrexate (Folex, Rheumatrex),
and vitamins.
-- tell your doctor if you have a history of alcoholism and if you
have or have ever had liver or kidney disease, asthma, severe allergies,
anemia, or a glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) deficiency
(an inherited blood disease).
-- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant,
or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Bactrim
and trimethoprim, call your doctor.
| Bactrim's
Price List |
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| |
Brand Name |
Generic Name |
Strength |
Manufac
turer |
Quantity |
US$ |
|
|
Bactrim (generic) aka septra |
Sulfamethoxazole - Trimethoprim |
400/80 mg |
various |
100 tabs |
50.00 |
|
|
Bactrim (generic) aka septra |
Sulfamethoxazole - Trimethoprim |
400/80 mg |
various |
200 tabs |
90.00 |
|
|
Bactrim (brand) aka septra |
Sulfamethoxazole -Trimethoprim |
400/80 mg |
Roche |
200 tabs (10x20) |
105.00 |
|
Bactrim (brand) aka septra |
Sulfamethoxazole -Trimethoprim |
400/80 mg |
Roche |
100 tabs (10x10) |
59.00 |
|
Administering
your medication
Before
you administer
Bactrim and trimethoprim, look at the solution closely. It should
be clear and free of floating material. Gently squeeze the bag or
observe the solution container to make sure there are no leaks. Do
not use the solution if it is discolored, if it contains particles,
or if the bag or container leaks. Use a new solution, but show the
damaged one to your health care provider. It
is important that you use your medication exactly as directed. Do
not stop your therapy on your own for any reason because your infection
could worsen and result in hospitalization. Do not change your dosing
schedule without talking to your health care provider. Your health
care provider may tell you to stop your infusion if you have a mechanical
problem (such as a blockage in the tubing, needle, or catheter);
if you have to stop an infusion, call your health care provider
immediately so your therapy can continue.
Side effects
Although side effects from Bactrim and trimethoprim are not common,
they can occur. Tell your health care provider if any of these symptoms
are severe or do not go away:
- dizziness
or loss of balance
- loss of appetite
- upset stomach
If
you experience any of the following symptoms, call your health care
provider immediately:
- sore
throat
- difficulty breathing
- fever
- headache
- joint or muscle aches
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- swelling of the lips or tongue
- swallowing problems
- skin rash or skin changes
- tiredness
- unusual bleeding or bruising
- weakness
- paleness
- cough
- diarrhea
- Storing your medication
Your
health care provider will probably teach you how to prepare each
dose of Bactrim and trimethoprim. Since the medication is stable
for only a short time after preparation, prepare your daily doses
as directed by your health care provider.
Store
your medication only as directed. Make sure you understand what
you need to store your medication properly.
Keep
your supplies in a clean, dry place when you are not using them,
and keep all medications and supplies out of reach of children.
Your health care provider will tell you how to throw away used needles,
syringes, tubing, and containers to avoid accidental injury.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1212.
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency
services at 911.
Signs of infection
You should be aware of the symptoms of infection in case
your infection worsens or a new infection develops. If you notice
any of the following symptoms, tell your health care provider as
soon as possible:
- fever
- unusual tiredness or weakness
- chills
- shaking
- nighttime sweating
- loss of appetite
If
you are receiving Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim in your vein
or under your skin, you need to know the symptoms of a catheter-related
infection (an infection where the needle enters your vein or skin).
If you experience any of these effects near your intravenous catheter,
tell your health care provider as soon as possible:
- tenderness
- warmth
- irritation
- drainage
- redness
- swelling
- pain
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Prescribing Information |