Generic Bactrim

Generic Bactrim

The medication drug Generic Bactrim is the combination of two antibiotics called sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. The drug is widely used to treat bacterial infections such as middle ear, urine, respiratory and intestinal infections. It is also used to treat a type of pneumonia bacteria- the drug is strictly restricted from children less than 2 months of age due to risk of serious side effects. It may give side effects it may not work for viral infections for example like flu etc. If used unnecessary it can cause various side effects to the internal or external body parts, so one should avoid without the doctor’s consultation.

Bactrim is a brand name of any generic antibiotic sulfamethoxazole trimethoprim (sometimes called co-trimoxazole). Trimethoprim (a synthetic drug and five parts of sulfamethoxazole a sulphonamide drug are the two main combinations in this medication drug for infections into your breathing or in your urination. Consult the doctor for prescription.

Side Effects

• Sore throatand cough
• Serious and prolonged diarrheathat may occur with fever and stomach cramps, which possibly indicates a C. difficile infection
• Fever or chills
• Breathlessness
• Unusual Bruisingand Bleeding
• Yellowing of the skin and eyes
• Joint or muscle pull or pain

Dosage

• Adults -1 tablet in every 12 hours for adults for 10 t0 12 day. Doctor should be consulted.
• Children – For urinary tract infections 40mg/kg sulfamethoxazole and 8 mg/kg trimethoprim per 24 hours, given in two divided doses every 12 hours for 10 days.