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About Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's
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Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat and prevent lung infections caused by a bacteria called Pneumocystis jirovecii, infections caused by a bacteria called Toxoplasma, urinary tract infections (water infections), respiratory tract infections such as bronchitis, ear infections such as otitis media. Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.
Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's contains Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. Tetrahydrofolic acid and dihydrofolic acid are essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids, which are necessary for the survival of bacteria. By inhibiting these, Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections.
Take Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and duration of Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as headache, diarrhoea, skin rashes, nausea, vomiting, heart problems, fever, convulsions or seizures, blood or cloudiness in your urine, hallucinations, and mouth ulcers. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Before starting Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), or kidney or liver problems. Do not take Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting. Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's should not be given to children below 12 years. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines you are taking and your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side effects. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better, as it is an antibiotic. Leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic (antibiotic resistance).
Uses of Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's
Bacterial infections
Medicinal Benefits
Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called ‘antibiotics’ used to treat various bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain, and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma). Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's contains Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. Tetrahydrofolic acid and dihydrofolic acid are essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids, which are necessary for the survival of bacteria. By inhibiting these, Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections. Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is active against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumonia, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella species, Enterobacter species, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.
Directions for Use
Cotrimoxazole Tablet: Take it as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack. The dose and duration can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side Effects of Cotrimoxazole DS Tablet 10's
Mouth ulcers
Headache
Mouth ulcers
Diarrhea
Blood or cloudiness in your urine
Depression
Tingling or numbness in your hands and feet
Hallucinations.