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Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim

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Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim Uses

Sulfamethopyrazine+Trimethoprim is used in the treatment of bacterial infections. $name is used to treat bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, infections of urinary tract, ear and intestines.

How Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim works

Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim is a combination of two antibiotics: Sulfamethopyrazine and Trimethoprim. These antibiotics work by preventing the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Common side effects of Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim

Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction
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Expert advice for Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim

  • You have been prescribed Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim for the treatment of many types of bacterial infections.
  • Finish the prescribed course of Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim and inform your doctor if you develop skin rash/blisters or other unexplained skin reaction while taking Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim.
  • In case of long-term use, have regular monthly blood tests to monitor your blood cells as suggested by your doctor.

Frequently asked questions for Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim

Sulfamethopyrazine + Trimethoprim

Q. Can I stop taking Sulfamethopyrazine+Trimethoprim when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Sulfamethopyrazine+Trimethoprim and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Sulfamethopyrazine+Trimethoprim as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Sulfamethopyrazine+Trimethoprim?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

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