Septra (Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim) is a prescription medication used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infections can occur in any part of the body. Bacteria is often transmitted to humans through air, water, food, or living vectors. Septra is used to treat ear infections, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, traveler’s diarrhea, pneumocystis-type pneumonia, and shigellosis. The active ingredients in Septra are Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim. Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim belong to a class of drugs called antibiotics. They work by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Manufacturer Information
We currently offer the brand Septra DS from Turkey also called Bactrim Forte manufactured by Deva Holding in the strength of 80mg/160mg tablet. The generic Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim is also available from Canada by a different manufacturer in the strength of 400mg/80mg (Sulfatrim) and 800mg/160mg (Sulfatrim DS) tablets.
Get medical help immediately if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while using Septra. The most common side effects of Septra may include the following:
• Appetite loss;
• Nausea;
• Skin rash
Contact your doctor right away if you have any of the severe side effects, including:
• Bloody diarrhea;
• New or worsening fever;
• Seizure;
• Severe stomach pain
These are not all of the side effects of Septra. Always contact your doctor if you notice any unusual symptoms.
You should not use Septra if you are allergic to Sulfamethoxazole, Trimethoprim, or any ingredient in Septra. Before you start using this medication, tell your doctor about your medical history, especially if you:
• Are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed;
• Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant;
• Have a thyroid disorder;
• Have anemia caused by folic acid deficiency;
• Have asthma;
• Have high levels of potassium in your blood;
• Have kidney disease;
• Have severe allergies;
• Have severe liver disease
Tell your doctor about all your medications, including prescription, OTC, herbal supplements, and vitamins. There may be drug interactions between Septra and other medicines, like amantadine, lisinopril, hydrochlorothiazide, cyclosporine, etc. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Septra can harm an unborn baby or cause congenital disabilities. Use effective birth control to prevent pregnancy when using this drug. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed. This drug passes into breast milk, and it may affect a nursing infant. Use this medicine exactly as your doctor prescribes. Septra is a tablet. Take the drug by mouth with a full glass of water. If you experience stomach upset, take the drug with food or milk. Drink plenty of fluids when using Septra. Continue this medication for the full prescribed period, even if your symptoms disappear. Stopping the drug too early may cause a return of the infection. Septra can increase your sensitivity to the sun. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen when you are outdoors. Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.