USES OF BACTRIM SUSPENSION
It is used in infants and in children (aged between 6 weeks-12 years) to manage the following bacterial infections:
- Lung infections (Ex. Pneumonia or Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia) caused by a bacteria called Pneumocystis jirovecii
- Toxoplasmosis (an infection with the Toxoplasma gondii parasite)
- Urinary tract infections
- Respiratory tract infections (Ex. bronchitis)
- Ear infections (Ex. otitis media)
- Nocardiosis (a bacterial infection that affects lungs, skin and brain)
HOW BACTRIM SUSPENSION WORKS
BACTRIM
SUSPENSION is a powerful antibiotic. It kills the susceptible bacteria
by blocking the production of certain essential vitamins (folate) that
is necessary for the bacteria to grow, multiply and survive. Therefore,
it destroys the susceptible bacteria and manage their further growth and
multiplication within the body which helps in reducing the severity of
the infection.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Administer
BACTRIM SUSPENSION to your child as advised by your physician. Shake
well before use. Measure the required quantity of the medicine in a
measuring cup and administer it to your child.
Your doctor will
decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon
your age, body weight and disease condition.
Do not stop therapy
with BACTRIM SUSPENSION without consulting the doctor as it may make the
symptoms re-appear once again. It is important to take BACTRIM
SUSPENSION for the stipulated duration as recommended by your doctor to
achieve better results.
SIDE EFFECTS OF BACTRIM SUSPENSION
COMMON
- high potassium levels in blood causing abnormal heart beats
- fungal infection (thrush or candidiasis) of mouth or vagina
- headache, nausea, diarrhoea
- skin rashes
UNCOMMON
- vomiting
RARE
Stop
administering BACTRIM SUSPENSION to your child and contact your doctor
immediately if your child experiences any of the following side effects:
- severe
allergic reactions (such as skin rashes, itching, swelling of the face,
lips, tongue or throat causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing,
chest pain and fainting) - severe skin reactions (such as
generalised skin redness with pustules accompanied by fever, ulcers in
the mouth, throat, nose, genitals, red, swollen eyes, severe skin rash
with blistering and peeling of the skin, red pinpoint targets under the
skin) - signs of abnormal WBC count (such as fever, swollen
glands, weakness, light-headedness, shortness of breath, bruising with
or without skin rash) - unexpected worsening of cough and shortness of breath
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Diarrhea
Make
sure that your child drinks plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit
juice to keep themself hydrated. Consuming ORS can also be beneficial.
If diarrhea worsens, contact your doctor immediately.
Headache
Make
your child rest and relax. Keep them hydrated by making them drink
plenty of fluids such as water or electrolytes. Applying a
pain-relieving balm on their forehead can be beneficial. Consult your
doctor if the headache worsens in your child.
Nausea And Vomiting
Make
sure that your child takes BACTRIM SUSPENSION with, or just after
meals. Provide your child with simple meals. Avoid giving them oil rich
or spicy foods. Please consult your doctor immediately if your child
experience severe nausea or vomiting.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Use with Caution
Do not let your child drive or handle any heavy tools if their ability is affected by BACTRIM SUSPENSION.
KIDNEY
Consult your doctor
BACTRIM
SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in children with severe kidney
problems. It should be used with caution in children with other kidney
problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before administering it to your
child.
LIVER
Contraindicated
BACTRIM
SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in children with severe liver
problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before administering it to your
child.
ALLERGY
Contraindicated
Do
not administer BACTRIM SUSPENSION to your child if your child is
allergic to Sulphamethoxazole, trimethoprim, sulphonamide medicines
(such as gliclazide, glibenclamide) or to thiazide diuretics (such as
Bendroflumethiazide).
LUNGS
Use with Caution
BACTRIM
SUSPENSION should be used with caution in children with asthma.
Therefore, consult your doctor before administering it to your child.
USE IN PEDIATRICS
Consult your doctor
BACTRIM
SUSPENSION is suitable for use in infants and in children (aged between
6 weeks to 12 years). It is not recommended for use in infants aged
less than 6 weeks. Therefore, consult your doctor before administering
it to your child.
OTHERS
BACTRIM SUSPENSION is not recommended for use if your child:
- has a history of bleeding problems (such as thrombocytopenia)
- has porphyria (a rare blood disorder)
Before administering BACTRIM SUSPENSION, consult your doctor if your child:
- has any allergic conditions (such as watery eyes, itchy nose, repeated sneezing)
- has anemia or vitamin B9 (folic acid) deficiency
- has G6PD deficiency (a genetic disorder that affects metabolism)
- has phenylketonuria (build-up of an amino acid called phenylalanine in the body)
- is underweight or malnourished
- has high blood potassium levels
- has a very low RBC, WBC and platelet counts in blood
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