Introduction

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Uses of Cotrim DS

Bacterial infections

Side effects of Cotrim DS

Nausea
Vomiting
Skin rash
Allergic reaction

How to use Cotrim DS

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Cotrim DS is to be taken with food.

How Cotrim DS works

Cotrim DS 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.

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Cotrim DS for the treatment of many types of bacterial infections.
Finish the prescribed course of Cotrim DS, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Stop taking Cotrim DS and inform your doctor if you develop skin rash/blisters or other unexplained skin reaction while taking Cotrim DS.
In case of long-term use, have regular monthly blood tests to monitor your blood cells as suggested by your doctor.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cotrim DS. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Cotrim DS is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Cotrim DS is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.\nThere may be a possibility of skin rash in the baby.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Driving: It is not known whether Cotrim DS alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
CAUTION – Kidney: Cotrim DS should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cotrim DS may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Cotrim DS is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Cotrim DS should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cotrim DS may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Cotrim DS is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.