TRIMETHOPRIM
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IMPORTANT NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO
INDICATE THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR
YOU. CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING TRIMETHOPRIM.
TRIMETHOPRIM - ORAL (try-METH-oh-prim)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S):
Proloprim, Trimpex
USES:
Trimethoprim is an antibiotic used to treat a bacterial infection.
HOW TO TAKE TRIMETHOPRIM:
TRIMETHOPRIM is best taken on an empty stomach, but may be taken
with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. 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 TRIMETHOPRIM 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.
SIDE EFFECTS:
May cause stomach upset, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, and
headache during the first few days as your body adjusts to the
medication. If these symptoms persist or become severe, inform your
doctor. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this
drug, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction
include:
rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history especially if you have:
kidney disease, anemia, any drug allergies. Trimethoprim should be
used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. TRIMETHOPRIM is excreted into breast milk
and may have an effect on the nursing infant. Consult your doctor
before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Before using TRIMETHOPRIM tell your doctor of all drugs you may use,
both prescription and nonprescription, especially:
methotrexate, phenytoin, procainamide, dapsone, any other
antibiotics. TRIMETHOPRIM may interfere with the effectiveness of
birth control pills. Discuss using other methods of birth control
with your doctor. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor
or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
nausea, vomiting, headaches, dizziness, depression, sore throat,
fever, unusual bleeding or bruising, and confusion.
NOTES:
TRIMETHOPRIM 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 in those cases.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered. If, however, it is
almost time for the next dose and the dose is 1 daily, take the
missed dose and the next dose 12 hours apart. If the dose is 2
daily, take the missed dose and the next dose 6 hours apart. Do not
"double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not
store in the bathroom.
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