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Cotrimoxazole DS is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Geriatric |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cotrimoxazole DS is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Cotrimoxazole DS safe for pregnant women?
Cotrimoxazole DS can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Cotrimoxazole DS right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Cotrimoxazole DS safe during breastfeeding?
Cotrimoxazole DS should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cotrimoxazole DS on the Kidneys?
Cotrimoxazole DS may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cotrimoxazole DS on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Cotrimoxazole DS. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Cotrimoxazole DS on the Heart?
Cotrimoxazole DS is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cotrimoxazole DS should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cotrimoxazole DS unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cotrimoxazole DS habit forming or addictive?
Cotrimoxazole DS is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Cotrimoxazole DS. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cotrimoxazole DS is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cotrimoxazole DS for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cotrimoxazole DS
Taking Cotrimoxazole DS with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cotrimoxazole DS
Consumption of alcohol and Cotrimoxazole DS together may have severe effects on your health.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 706-708
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1234-1236
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 705
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Bactrim™ (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim)