Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg, Trimethoprim – Sulfamethoxazole (Co-trimoxazole) is an antibacterial combination drug, is prescribed for the treatment of certain urinary tract infections, severe middle ear infections in children, long-lasting or frequently recurring bronchitis in adults that has increased in seriousness, inflammation of the intestine due to a severe bacterial infection, and travelers\\\\\\\' diarrhea in adults. Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg is also prescribed

Cotrimoxazole is a combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim in a ratio of 5:1 or 1:2. Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole both block the production of folic acid, a necessary chemical for both bacteria and humans, and each is an effective antibiotic when used alone. For more information on the individual drugs, please visit their respective sites in the Pharmacy section. Cotrimoxazole was approved by the FDA in 1973.

Sulphamethoxazole - TMP works best when there is a constant amount in the blood. Take Sulphamethoxazole - TMP dosage exactly as prescribed; try not to miss any doses of Sulphamethoxazole - TMP . It is best to take Sulphamethoxazole - TMP doses at evenly spaced times day and night.

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If Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg, either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg with the following: Amantadine (Symmetrel), Blood thinners such as Coumadin, Cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimmune), Digoxin (Lanoxin), Indomethacin (Indocin), Methotrexate (Rheumatrex), Oral diabetes medications such as Micronase and Glucotrol,

Special information on Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg should not be taken during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, notify your doctor immediately.

Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg does appear in breast milk and could affect a nursing infant. It should not be taken while breastfeeding.

Most important fact about Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg: Sulfamethoxazole, an ingredient

Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg.

More common side effects of Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg: May include, hives, lack or loss of appetite, nausea, skin rash, vomiting.

Less common or rare side effects of Sulphamethoxazole - TMP 400/800 mg: May include abdominal