Description
BACTRIM D.S. TABLETS DESCRIPTION
Bactrim DS Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, infections of the urinary tract, ear, and abdomen. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to cure the infection.
Bactrim DS Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food and it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.
USES OF BACTRIM TABLET
- Treatment of Bacterial infections
BENEFITS OF BACTRIM TABLET
In Treatment of Bacterial infections
Infections caused by bacteria are known as bacterial infections. Bactrim DS Tablet is an antibiotic which is used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Bactrim DS Tablet works by stopping the growth of the bacteria. It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, urinary tract, ear and stomach. It is advisable to continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and difficult to treat.
SIDE EFFECTS OF BACTRIM TABLET
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Bactrim
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Skin rash
- Allergic reaction
HOW TO USE BACTRIM TABLET
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Bactrim DS Tablet is to be taken with food.
HOW BACTRIM TABLET WORKS
Bactrim DS Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim. These antibiotics work by preventing the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
