Co-trimoxazole Medication Information
Get detailed information on Co-trimoxazole, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.
The updated prescription information on Co-trimoxazole provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.
You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : Co-trimoxazole Pronunciation : coe try mox' a zole ICD Code : Y41.8 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- InfectivesTrade Names/Brand Names of Co-trimoxazole
India :
Septran P- Susp |
Colizole Susp (100ml) |
Larprim Drops |
Colizole Susp (60ml) |
Colizole Susp (50ml) |
Bactrim Susp (50ml) |
Alcorim-F Susp |
Bactrim P- Tab |
Kombina Susp |
Intrim D S
International :
Bactrim, Bactrim DS, Septra, Septra DS, Sulfatrim
Why is Co-trimoxazole Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a combination of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole, prescribed for certain types bacterial infections. It is also used to treat traveler’s diarrhea. It eliminates bacteria that cause various infections.When should Co-trimoxazole not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with anemia, hypersensitivity, during pregnancy and breast-feeding.What is the dosage of Co-trimoxazole?
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.
How should Co-trimoxazole be taken?
It comes as a tablet and liquid to take by mouth, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Co-trimoxazole?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, asthma, severe allergies, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G-6-PD) deficiency (an inherited blood disease), any allergy, who are taking other medications.• Avoid exposure to sunlight.
What are the side effects of Co-trimoxazole?
Most Common - Nausea, vomiting and loss of appetite.Blood - Decrease in blood cell counts.
Allergic - Skin inflammation, eruptions, rash, itching, redness, hives, bruising and photosensitivity.
Gastrointestinal - Liver inflammation/damage, jaundice, hepatic necrosis, elevation in liver enzymes, inflammation of intestine/pancreas/tongue, mouth ulcer, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
Genitourinary - Kidney failure, Blood Urea Nitrogen and absence of urination.
Central Nervous System - Brain inflammation, convulsions, incoordination, fainting, ringing in the ear, headache, hallucinations, depression and nervousness.
Metabolic - Low blood sugar.
Musculoskeletal - Joint/muscle pain.
Respiratory - Cough, shortness of breath and lung infection.
Miscellaneous - Weakness, fatigue and sleeplessness.
