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Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, sold under the brand name Bactrim among others, is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.[2] It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole.[7] It is used to treat urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others.[2]&a...

I have the 800mg/160mg pills and want to cut them up to give to a dog with a UTI but I am unsure which mg dose I use to figure out how much to give to a 10# dog. Other web sites say 13mg per lb every 24hrs for dogs which would be 130mg a day, is that based on the 800mg of Sulfa. or the 160mg of the Trip? ## I have a dog approximatel 25 lbs or less. She frequently trys to pee and I have on hand SMZ TMP DS 800/160 how much do I give her. ## The following dosing guidelines relating to Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim DS (800/160) are from a pet med store and is not intended to be taken as professional medical advice. However it may help provide beneficial insight as to what may be appropriate: *13mg per pound of pet's body weight by mouth every 24 hours *May be divided into two doses ...

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I took my first dose of this medication 30 minutes ago. I itch all over and have small red welts like a bite. Is this a side affect? If so will it go away? ## Have you consulted your doctor? This sounds more like an allergic reaction, what you are describing sounds like hives and that means that this may not be the right antibiotic for you to use. You should talk to your doctor about trying a different medication. ## I itch very bad what can I do. I have on itch lotion. But I cant get it to stop. Can the doctor do anything? Yes I took benadryl. Sum one please help. ## I finished a course of Trimethoprim 6 days ago and my U/A has some blood but no sign of infection. If an infection develops quickly can I take Trimethoprim tablets even though the expiration date was Feb 2017? Will an expi...

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I took sulfamethoxazole trimethoprim 800/160 mg which expired 2 years ago; but i only took half and I have had a headache all day. Can I now take ibuprofen for the headache? My last dose was 4 and a half hours ago. ## Hello, Renee! How are you feeling? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed, but it is always best to double check to be sure. Since the Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim is an antibiotic, why did you only take half of it? Given that it was also expired, that would likely not be an appropriate dose to treat an infection. The FDA also lists headaches as being one of its possible side effects, along with nausea, dizziness, diarrhea, and non-allergic skin rash. ## How long does it take to start feeling better after taking smz tmp ds 800-160.

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Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim, SMX-TMP

Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, sold under the brand name Bactrim among others, is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.[2] It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole.[7] It is used to treat urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others.[2]&a...

Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim, SMX-TMP

Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, sold under the brand name Bactrim among others, is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.[2] It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole.[7] It is used to treat urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others.[2]&a...

Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim, SMX-TMP

Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, sold under the brand name Bactrim among others, is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.[2] It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole.[7] It is used to treat urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others.[2]&a...

Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim, SMX-TMP

Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, sold under the brand name Bactrim among others, is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.[2] It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole.[7] It is used to treat urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others.[2]&a...

Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim, SMX-TMP

Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, sold under the brand name Bactrim among others, is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.[2] It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole.[7] It is used to treat urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others.[2]&a...

Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim, SMX-TMP

Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole, sold under the brand name Bactrim among others, is a fixed-dose combination antibiotic medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.[2] It consists of one part trimethoprim to five parts sulfamethoxazole.[7] It is used to treat urinary tract infections, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) skin infections, travelers' diarrhea, respiratory tract infections, and cholera, among others.[2]&a...

i took my last dose today have a rash on my arms legs begining to itch ## Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim is an antibiotic and it can cause a non-allergic skin rash as a side effect. Have you consulted your doctor? They may be able to advise you of possible ways to alleviate this side effect.

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my doctor has told me to take two of the sulfamethoxazole-tmp twice a day, and I'm really feeling sick since I've taken the second one, is this not an awful high dosage to be taken. ## The dose of Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim largely depends on the type of infection you have and how severe it is. However, these pills you have marked "IP 272" are regarded as "double-strength tablets". For most infections, I found that the dosing schedule was one double strength tablet (800mg/160mg) every 12 hours for roughly 7-10 days; so if you feel like you're taking too much, I would suggest contacting your doctor about this concern. Some of these antibiotics have very harsh side effects and I don't blame anyone for wanting get off of them as soon as possible. ## I a...

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Can you mix sulfameth-trimeth susp grape in with liquids because my daughter refuses to take it? ## Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim is an antibiotic. That said, as long as you do not heat the liquid and make sure that you still put in the full dose, then it will not affect the efficacy. It may cause side effects such as: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. More on the medication here: Have you also tried consulting with your doctor? this site is not medical professionals, so getting their advice is always advisable.

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what are the pregnancy risks if taking this medicine? ## Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim is an antibiotic used to treat various types of infections. Common side effects can include: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Read more: It is not recommened for use during the last 6 weeks or pregnancy due to some safety concerns. What has your doctor advised? ## dose this drug have sulferdrug in it ## Does this medicine make the birth control Mirina fail to be active? How likely is it to become pregnant while taking bith?l ## Will this medication affect a u/a?

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I would like details about SMZ/TMP DS 800-160 tablets by Interpharm. ## This contains 800mgs of Sulfamethoxazole and 160mgs of Trimethoprim, a generic for Bactrim. This is an antibiotic. Some of the most common side effects include: nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea and dizziness. ## I took 2 doses of this medicine and ended up in the ER with a splitting headache, after I threw up everything I have eaten since the 3rd grade! I was disoriented and had trouble relating what was wrong to the doctors. After 5 hours in the ER with an IV, anti-nausea and pain meds... I was able to return home. Never take this medicine! ## Is this drug really bad? If so why do doctor's still prescribe it?!!!! Thanks a concerned grinch!!!! ## Yes, I've been taking this med for 4 days and am nauseated all day...

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DR. prescribed 4 tabs per day for infection from wound. Am I safe taking this much?this too much? ## Sulfamethoxazole with Trimethoprim is an antibiotic that is used to treat various types of infections, it is commonly prescribed under the brand name Bactrim. The frequency of dosing, as well as the actual dose can depend on the type of infection being treated and its severity, so you should follow your doctor's instructions. This medication may cause side effects, such as: nausea, dizziness, skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: Are there any other questions?

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I took two SMZ/TMP DS 800-160 this AM by mistake. Is there anything I should watch for and do I take the next scheduled dose in 12 hrs? ## Hi Eve, Sorry to hear about your dosing mistake. If you're feeling ok hours afterwards I wouldn't necessarily be overly concerned, but just for your information, side effects of Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim can include: Painful or swollen tongue; dizziness, spinning sensation; ringing in your ears; joint pain; or sleep problems (insomnia) More serious side effects that can occur may include: Fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; the first sign of any skin rash, no matter how mild; pale skin, easy bruising or bleeding; cough, feeling short of breath; diarrhea that is watery or bloody; feeling...

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i have bought unrinary infection test strips and i used two of them. they both turned out positive for UTI ## Hi Nikki, Based on my research, the combination of sulfamethoxazole 800mg + trimethoprim 160mg can be used to treat urinary tract infections. The usual adult dose for a urinary tract infection is: 1 tablet orally every 12 hours for 10 to 14 days. However I'd still recommend discussing this with your doctor first, in order to confirm whether or not these instructions are also appropriate for your individual needs. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim Details I hope this info helps!

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Is a large white pill with 93 089 on it a Sulfameth Tmp? ## Yes, this contains 800mgs of Sulfamethoxazole and 160mgs of Trimethoprim, it is a combination of 2 antibiotics. ## is this antibiotic a good pill to take for curing UTI's? ## i just started taking sulfameth/tmp ds tab for a bladder infection and i am reading more and more about severe side effects can you please enlighten me about this drug cause i am about to take my second dose. thank you very much. ## Is sulfameth/tmp good for prostate trouble? ## Can sulfameth/TMP DS Irritate the Prostate? ## I am taking Sulfameth/trimethoprim 8//160 for a sinius infection I think bc I was taking Flagyl for my diviticulitis, so don't know if this facial sinus pain, stiff neck, is a reaction to the flagyl or a sinus infect. Also last...

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i have a sinus infection was this the right medicine to get. me mouth hurts alot how long for medicine to kick in ## Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim DS is a sulfonamide antibacterial combination used in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections. You can view a detailed description of the drug by clicking on the link below... If you have any more questions or comments to add, please post back so I can further assist you. ## After a few doses of Sulfameth/TMP DS I have broken out with a rash on one side of my face and am experiencing nausea. Are both those symptoms a by-product of this medication? ## Hi Marie... both of those are side effects of this drug. Please take a look at the information below and you can find your symptoms among the many others associated with Sulfamethoxa...

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