Trimethoprim Benefits & Uses

Trimethoprim is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Ear Infection

Trimethoprim Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Ear Infection (Otitis Media) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: Above 6 months old can take

Trimethoprim Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Trimethoprim is used -

Moderate

Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Glossitis

Mild

Skin Rash
Diarrhoea
पेट दर्द
Rash
Itching or burning
Maculopapular rash

Trimethoprim Related Warnings

Is the use of Trimethoprim safe for pregnant women?

Trimethoprim may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Trimethoprim, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Trimethoprim safe during breastfeeding?

Trimethoprim can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Trimethoprim on the Kidneys?

Trimethoprim has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Trimethoprim on the Liver?

Trimethoprim is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Trimethoprim on the Heart?

Trimethoprim is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Trimethoprim with Other Drugs

Trimethoprim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiloride

Amlodipine,Benazepril

Telmisartan,Amlodipine

Moderate

Rosiglitazone

Phenytoin

Warfarin

Mild

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Trimethoprim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Trimethoprim unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastritis
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Trimethoprim

Is this Trimethoprim habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Trimethoprim has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Trimethoprim since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Trimethoprim is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Trimethoprim cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Trimethoprim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Trimethoprim

You can take Trimethoprim with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Trimethoprim

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Trimethoprim as it can have severe side effects.

Severe