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Bactrim
Bactrim is an antibiotic prescribed to treat bronchitis, Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia, traveler’s diarrhea and infections such as ear, respiratory, intestinal and urinary tract infections.
| Drug | Related Drug Names |
|---|---|
| Bactrim DS, Septra DS, Septra |
General Information
Bactrim should only be used to treat an apparent bacterial infection, if no such infection has been identified, the drug will not be effective, and may be responsible for the bacteria becoming drug-resistant.
Within the course of Bactrim usage it is important to consume plenty of fluids to avoid forming kidney stones.
The dosage of the antibiotic is prescribed by the doctor and may vary one patient to another. Make sure to take Bactrim as told by your physician. It is crucial not to stop taking the drug even if you don’t feel any symptoms shortly after the beginning of treatment. If you stop taking medication too early the bacteria may continue to grow and may later relapse.
There are certain health conditions that may require adaptation in drug dosage, that’s why if you have any of the follow you should let your doctor know: asthma, folic acid deficiency, PKU, thyroid disorder, AIDS, liver or kidney disease, allergies to food, anemia.
Bactrim should not be used during pregnancy, breastfeeding and for treatment in premature newborns and babies.
In case you are taking any other medication together with Bactrim remember to tell your doctor about it. Bactrim can have certain effects on anti-diabetic medication, cyclosporine, “blood thinners”, digoxin, “water pills”, live vaccines, tricyclic antidepressants and medications that increase potassium levels.
If you miss a dose make sure to take a pill when you remember, but, in no case should you take a double dose if it is almost the time to take the next one. Instead skip the dose you forgot about and continue with the regular schedule.
Side effects
Bactrim rarely causes any severe side effects, however such conditions as vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite or diarrhea may occur.
In case you have any serious side effects it is very important to contact your doctor immediately. Some of the serious but generally unlikely side effects are: mental or mood changes, such as apathy and hallucinations; muscle weakness, blood in the urine or different amount of urine.
The drug may also be responsible for serious intestinal condition, which may surface during or weeks to even months after taking Bactrim. In case if diarrhea, stomach or abdominal cramping or pain, and/or mucus or blood appears in your stool you need to notify your doctor as soon as possible.
If during treatment any other unusual conditions that are not listed above occur do not hesitate to contact your health care provider.
Bactrim usage for pets
This drug has a wide range of various bacterial infections it can treat. The interesting thing is that Bactrim can be used not only for treating infections in people but also in pets.
Bactrim is used as a veterinary drug for treating skin, urinary tract and respiratory infections in animals. However, Bactrim is not completely safe; there are quite a few side effects that may appear in due to usage of Bactrim, that is why a prescription is needed in order to start treatment.
The risks associated with the medication are the following: hemolytic anemia, “dry-eye”, bone marrow disorders and polyarthritis are fairly common in cats and dogs, especially due to a long-term treatment. Because of this it is necessary to consult your vet before using Bactrim.