Bactrim Ds

Bactrim Ds Sulfamethoxazole/trimeth-Tab This antibiotic is used to treat a wide variety of infections including urinary tract infections, middle ear infections and respiratory tract infections, including pneumocystis pneumonia.

ALTERNATE NAMES Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole, Bethaprim Ds, Smz-Tmp Ds, Septra Ds

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bactrim Ds Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim, Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole, Bethaprim Ds, Smz-Tmp Ds, Septra Ds Uses This antibiotic is used to treat a wide variety of infections including urinary tract infections, middle ear infections and respiratory tract infections, including pneumocystis pneumonia. Storage Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. 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. Photos BACTRIM DS TABLET PHYSICIANS TC. BACTRIM DS Bactrim DS Tablet(Tablet 800;160 mg Bactrim How To Use Take each dose with a full glass of water. If stomach upset occurs, it may be taken with food or milk. The liquid suspension form of Bactrim Ds must be shaken well before each dose. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Bactrim Ds unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Continue to take Bactrim Ds until the full prescribed amount is finished. Stopping the medication too early may result in a relapse of the infection. Side Effects Bactrim Ds may cause stomach upset, diarrhea, nausea, headache or vomiting. If any of these effects persist or become severe, inform your doctor. The sulfa in this combination drug may increase sensitivity to sunlight. Notify your doctor if you develop: easy bleeding or bruising. Rarely, Bactrim Ds can cause serious, even fatal, side effects such as a severe peeling skin rash known as Stevens- Johnson syndrome, blood disorders (e.g., agranulocytosis, aplastic anemia), or liver damage. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop any of the following symptoms: skin rash or blisters, unusual fatigue, persistent sore throat or fever, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, abdominal pain. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Bactrim Ds, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, breathing trouble. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver or kidney problems, asthma or other breathing problems, blood disorders, allergies (especially drug allergies). Because Bactrim Ds may make you prone to sunburn, wear protective clothing and a sunscreen. Bactrim Ds is not recommended for use in infants younger than 2 months. Bactrim Ds should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. The use of Bactrim Ds is not recommended near term. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Bactrim Ds is excreted into breast milk and may have undesirable effects on a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast- feeding. Missed Dose If you should miss a dose, take 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-up the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of all the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: warfarin, oral drugs to treat diabetes, methotrexate, oral PABA, phenytoin, methenamine, cyclosporine. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Share and Enjoy!

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Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 42 Location: Williamsburg, OH Time Taken: 2 days Reason: I had my big toenail removed Date: 2 November 2009 Side Effects I have taken Bactrim Ds for only 2 days and am so tired I can't continue this medication, calling Dr. to change it tomorrow. I have 4 children and just cant sleep whenever the desire is there. I have never had an antibiotic kick my butt like this one, and I have been on a bunch because I have asthma and get upper respiratory infections alot. Additional Thoughts Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 57 Location: Arkansas Time Taken: 9 days Reason: infection from shingles on my forehead Date: 18 September 2009 Side Effects Right eye & side of face swelled next day, and on the 9th day I broke out in a full body rash. Dr said to stop taking Bactrim but I only had ONE pill left to take! It is now a week after the rash broke out, and it has slowly gone away, but still have some on lower legs & feet. Additional Thoughts Still do not feel quite like I should, steady dull headache, stomach queasy, and just have a feeling of being depressed and draggy. Not back to my normal self at all. Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 47 Location: ark Time Taken: 5 days Reason: urinary track infection Date: 20 June 2009 Side Effects lots of gas mild sore throat..other then that nothing...bladder cleared up with in a day or so.. Additional Thoughts reading on here alot of folks seem to be allergic to this meds..I have taken sulfa meds 5 times with no allergies and only good results..thus far Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 38 Time Taken: 14 days Reason: sinus infection Date: 29 May 2009 Side Effects I got a severe rash all over my body and my neck swelled up. I also felt achy like I had the flu. Additional Thoughts Overall: Low adverse Reactions Healing Power: No dependency problems: Cost-Benefit: Sex: F Age: 36 Time Taken: 5 days Reason: Ear infection Date: 10 December 2008 Side Effects Severe swelling and joint pain in hands and feet, moderate liver damage, trouble breathing, tired Additional Thoughts SERIOUS side effects, can last weeks after medication is complete. DO NOT take this medicine!!!!

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