Trimethoprim
General English name: Trimethoprim
Brand: Monotrim
Application: Bacterial infection in children and adults
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The correct amount and method of taking Trimethoprim
Contraindications to more methoprim
Trimethoprim use during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of taking Trimethoprim on driving
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Warning about taking Trimethoprim
Side effects of taking trimethoprim
Side effects of trimethoprim overdose (trimethoprim poisoning)
Storage conditions of Trimethoprim
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Trimethoprim is used to treat bacterial infections, especially urinary tract infections, as well as chest infections and some other types of infections. It helps kill the infection by killing the germs that are responsible for the infection.
Urinary tract infection In medical science, it is called a urinary tract infection (UTI). Most urinary tract infections are caused by bacteria that come from the gut. They are usually easily treated with shorter-term metoprim. Sometimes long-term treatment may be to prevent the infection from coming back.
The correct amount and method of taking Trimethoprim
Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get comprehensive medication information about the drug and its possible side effects.
The dose and amount of Trimethoprim varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised.
Trimethoprim is given as a syrup to children, the dose of this medicine for children is based on the weight of the child.
The usual dose of Trimethoprim is 200 mg twice daily to treat the infection and 100 mg every night to prevent infection.
Take trimethoprim regularly at a set time (every 12 hours).
The course of treatment with trimethoprim is usually 3-14 days, during which time you should use the drug regularly to eliminate the effects of the infection in general. This course of treatment is longer to prevent the infection from returning.
If you forget to take your daily dose at the right time but soon forget, take the medicine; But if you remember when the next dose is near the hour, do not take the missed dose. You should not take two doses of the medicine together because of the missed dose.
Contraindications to more methoprim
Note the expiration date of the other drug Metoprim and do not take it if the expired medicine is out of date.
Never give Trimethoprim to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with trimethoprim, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Trimethoprim use during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily without consulting your doctor. Tritetoprim may be dangerous for the fetus during pregnancy.
The effect of taking Trimethoprim on driving
Trimethoprim can not make you drowsy, you do not need to avoid driving.
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Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Be sure to tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following medications: Duphotilide digoxin, methotrexate.
Although most antibiotics are unlikely to affect pregnancy control, antibiotics such as rifampin and rifabutin reduce the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives such as pills, patches, or rings. Consult your doctor before using antibiotics.
Trimethoprim may interfere with some tests (including kidney function and blood methotrexate levels) and may affect the results of these specific laboratory tests. Tell your doctor or nurse before taking any tests that you are taking any medication.
Warning about taking Trimethoprim
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking trimethoprim:
- If you are pregnant, planning to have a baby, or if you are breast-feeding.
- If you have kidney problems.
- If your body has low levels of folic acid.
- If you have an inherited blood disease called porphyria.
- If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a drug.
Side effects of taking trimethoprim
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away shortly after taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:
Itchy skin urticaria
Feeling sick, nausea and indigestion
Important Note: Sometimes trimethoprim can cause problems if taken for a long time (to prevent infection). You should tell your doctor if you notice symptoms such as high temperature (fever), sore throat, skin rash, mouth sores or bruising and bleeding. These symptoms may be a sign of a blood disorder.
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to Trimethoprim.
Side effects of trimethoprim overdose (trimethoprim poisoning)
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
If you feel that someone is poisoned and you have symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, mental and mood changes, confusion, shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room immediately.
Storage conditions of Trimethoprim
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Keep the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.