Septra I.v. - Sulfamethoxazole With Trimethoprim - Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Septra I.v..
• Bactrim, Septra
• sull-fuh-meth-OX-uh-zole WITH try-METH-oh-prim

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Inform your doctor about all the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include nausea or vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, depression, blood in urine, and loss of consciousness.

Septra I.v. Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature away from sunlight.
• Do not refrigerate.

Septra I.v. Miscellaneous Notes

• Drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication unless your doctor directs you otherwise.
• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection or give it to someone else.
• A different medication may be necessary.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you should miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered unless it is almost time for the next dose.
• If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Read Before Using Septra I.v. (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Usage Instructions

• This medication must be administered as directed by your doctor.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Do this by using the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night.
• Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days.
• Stopping the medication too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.

Medicinal Applications

• This antibiotic is used to treat a wide variety of infections.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, headache or vomiting.
• If any of these effects persist or become severe, inform your doctor.
• Sulfonamides may increase sensitivity to sunlight.
• Rarely, this medication can cause serious, even fatal, side effects such as a severe peeling skin rash known as Stevens- Johnson syndrome, blood disorders (for example, agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia), or liver damage.
• Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any of the following symptoms.