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CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS Tablet 10’s
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*10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
* Mkt: BINI LABORATORIES PVT LTD
* Country of Origin: India
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Introduction About CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is a combination of Sulphamethoxazole and
Trimethoprim which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics.
It is used to manage lung infections (pneumonia or Pneumocystis
jiroveci pneumonia) caused by a bacteria called Pneumocystis jirovecii
and toxoplasmosis (infection with the Toxoplasma gondii parasite).
It
can also be used to manage urinary tract infections, respiratory tract
infections (such as bronchitis), ear infections (such as otitis media)
and an infection called nocardiosis which can affect the lungs, skin and
brain. CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is suitable for use both in adults and
in adolescents (aged 12 years or above).
Take CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS
TABLET for the stipulated duration as instructed by your doctor even if
you feel better during the midway of the therapy to achieve better
results. Failing to complete the full course of the therapy or skipping
doses in between the therapy may not result in adequate infection
control.
Before taking CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET inform your
doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform
your doctor if you have asthma, any allergic conditions, genetic
disorders, blood-related disorders, folic acid deficiency, high blood
potassium levels or if you are malnourished as a precaution.
Consult
your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or
breastfeeding. The most common side effects of taking CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS
TABLET are headache, nausea, diarrhea, high blood potassium levels,
fungal infections of the mouth or vagina and skin rashes. Consult your
doctor if any of these side effects troubles you.
Uses Of CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET
It is used in adults and in adolescents (aged 12 years or above) 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 the lungs, skin and brain)
How CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET Works
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is a powerful antibiotic. It kills the
susceptible bacteria by blocking the production of certain essential
vitamins (folate) that are necessary for the bacteria to grow, multiply
and survive. Therefore, it destroys the susceptible bacteria and manages
their further growth and multiplication within the body which helps in
reducing the severity of the infection.
How to use CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET
Take
CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the
medicine. CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET can be taken with or without food.
Your
doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you
depending on your age, body weight and severity of the infection.
Do
not stop taking CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET once your symptom subsides. It
is important to take CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET for the stipulated
duration as recommended by your doctor to achieve better results.
Side Effects Of CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET
Common
- high potassium levels in blood causing abnormal heartbeats
- fungal infection (thrush or candidiasis) of mouth or vagina
- headache, nausea, diarrhoea
- skin rashes
Uncommon
- vomiting
Rare
Stop taking CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience 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 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
Drink
plenty of fluids, such as water or fruit juice to keep yourself
hydrated. Consuming ORS can also be beneficial. Do not consume any
medicine on your own without consulting your doctor. If your diarrhea
worsens, contact your doctor immediately.
Headache
Rest
and relax. Keep yourself hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as
water or electrolytes. Applying a pain-relieving balm on your forehead
can be beneficial. Do not consume excessive alcohol, as it could
aggravate your headache. Consult your doctor if your headache worsens.
Nausea And Vomiting
Take
CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET with, or just after meals. Stick to simple
meals. Avoid eating oil-rich or spicy foods. Please consult your doctor
immediately if you experience severe nausea and vomiting.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Use with Caution
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women.
Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Breastfeeding
Use with Caution
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding
women. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET.
Alcohol
Consult your doctor
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with
severe kidney problems. It should be used with caution in patients with
other kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Liver
Contraindicated
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with
severe liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Do
not take CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET if you are allergic to
Sulphamethoxazole, trimethoprim, sulphonamide medicines (such as
gliclazide, glibenclamide) or to thiazide diuretics (such as
Bendroflumethiazide).
Lungs
Use with Caution
CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with asthma. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Use In Pediatrics
Contraindicated
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is not recommended for use in children and
adolescents (aged below 12 years). However, consult your doctor for
advice before taking it.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with Caution
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients.
Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before taking it.
Others
CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
- ever had bleeding problems (such as thrombocytopenia)
- have porphyria (a rare blood disorder)
Before taking CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET, consult your doctor if you:
- have any allergic conditions (such as watery eyes, itchy nose, repeated sneezing)
- have anemia or vitamin B9 (folic acid) deficiency
- have G6PD deficiency (a genetic disorder that affect metabolism)
- have phenylketonuria (build-up of an amino acid called phenylalanine in the body)
- are underweight or malnourished
- have high blood potassium levels
- have very low RBC, WBC and platelet counts in blood
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug Interactions:
Before taking CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:
- diuretics (medicines used to remove excess water from the body) such as furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide
- pyrimethamine (a medicine used to manage malaria)
- medicines used for blood thinning (such as warfarin)
- phenytoin (a medicine used to manage epilepsy)
- medicines used to manage diabetes (such as glibenclamide, glipizide, tolbutamide or repaglinide)
- rifampicin (an antibiotic used to manage tuberculosis)
- medicines used to manage heart problems (such as digoxin or procainamide)
- amantadine (a medicine used to manage Parkinson’s disease)
- medicines used to manage HIV infections (such as zidovudine or lamivudine)
- medicines
that can increase the amount of potassium in blood, such as
potassium-sparging diuretics (Ex. spironolactone, acetazolamide),
certain steroids (like prednisolone) or ACE inhibitors (Ex. captopril,
enalapril, lisinopril) - medicines used to suppress immune function and to manage graft rejection (such as ciclosporin, azathioprine)
- methotrexate (a medicine used to manage certain cancers or joint pain)
- folinic acid (a type of vitamin B9 supplement)
- contraceptive medicines (birth control pills) Ex. ethinylestradiol, dydrogesterone
B. Drug-Food Interaction:
CO
TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET is preferably taken with meals to avoid unwanted
stomach problems. However, it can also be taken on an empty stomach.
Avoid consuming foods rich in potassium while taking this medicine.
Overdosage:
If
you or anyone else accidentally took more CO TRIMOXAZOLE DS TABLET,
consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms
of overdosage might include nausea, vomiting, dizziness and confusion.
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