Sulfatrim (Trimethoprim / Sulfamethoxazole)

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Description

Sulfatrim is an antimicrobial medication that is used to treat different types of infections, including:

  • Urinary tract infections
  • Upper and lower respiratory tract infections
  • Gastrointestinal tract infections

Sulfatrim is available in oral tablets that contain 400 mg of sulfamethoxazole USP and 80 mg of trimethoprim USP. Sulfatrim pediatric suspension for oral use is also available to pediatric patients.

Directions

Take sulfatrim as your doctor has prescribed. If you have any questions or concerns, speak with your doctor or pharmacist.

Type of infection, age, and weight determine dosage of sulfatrim.

Information concerning how much you should take and how long your treatment should last will be provided to you by your doctor.

A decreased dose may be required for patients with kidney issues.

Ingredients

The active ingredients in sulfatrim are sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. Inactive ingredients include colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, and methylcellulose.

Contraindications

If you have an allergy to sulfatrim or any of its ingredients, you should avoid taking it.

If you have ever had immune thrombocytopenia (low platelet counts) due to a drug, you should avoid taking sulfatrim.

Sulfatrim should not be taken with trimethoprim and/or sulfonamides.

If you have megaloblastic anemia caused by a folate deficiency, you should avoid taking sulfatrim.

If you have serious kidney problems, you should avoid taking sulfatrim.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should avoid taking sulfatrim.

Premature babies and infants younger than 2 months old should not be given sulfatrim.

If you have acute porphyria, avoid taking sulfatrim.

Cautions

  • Before beginning treatment with sulfatrim, tell your doctor if you:
    • Take any prescription and nonprescription medications
    • Have any allergies
    • Have any health conditions and your medical history
    • Are currently pregnant
    • Are currently breastfeeding
  • Sulfatrim should not be used to treat streptococcal pharyngitis.
  • Sulfatrim can cause severe or potentially life-threatening skin reactions. Immediately get medical attention if you experience any of the following: a flat red rash; blisters; peeling skin; fever; body aches; blisters/sores/ulcers on your mouth, nose, or genitals; and eye inflammation and swelling.
  • Sulfatrim can cause a liver disease called fulminant hepatic necrosis, which causes symptoms such as yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes; pain in the upper right abdomen, abdominal swelling, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any of these, immediately seek medical attention.
  • Sulfatrim can cause low white blood cell counts, which can cause fever, chills, sore throat, weakness, fast heart rate, and rapid breathing. If you experience any of these, immediately seek medical attention.
  • Sulfatrim can cause aplastic anemia, which can cause tiredness, shortness of breath, pale skin, easy bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, and a general feeling of discomfort. If you experience any of these, immediately seek medical attention.
  • Immune thrombocytopenia can occur with sulfatrim, causing easy bruising, rash, bleeding of the gums or nose, and blood in the urine or stool. If you experience any of these, immediately seek medical attention.
  • Sulfatrim may cause an allergic reaction in the lungs and airways, causing breathing problems such as coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness. If you experience any of these, immediately seek medical attention.
  • Use caution while driving or operating machinery.
  • Sulfatrim can cause Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea.

Side Effects

Some of the most common sulfatrim side effects include, but are not limited to, the following: high potassium levels, anorexia, fungal overgrowth, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic skin reactions. These are not the only side effects that can occur. If you experience side effects that are concerning or won’t go away, immediately talk to your doctor.

Reference:

Sulfatrim. Vaughan, Ontario: AA Pharma Inc.; 2021.




IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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