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Sulfamethoxazole 400mg + Trimethoprim 80mg
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Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet
WHO GMP
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15 Days Easy
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(>8 Months)
WHO GMP
Certified
15 Days Easy
Returns
Long Expiry
(>8 Months)
Uses of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet
Treatment of Bacterial infections
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Benefits
Treatment of Bacterial infectionsTreatment of Bacterial infections
In Treatment of Bacterial infections Infections caused by bacteria are known as bacterial infections. Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is an antibiotic which is used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Fortrim 400mg/80mg 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.In Treatment of Bacterial infections Infections caused by bacteria are known as bacterial infections. Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is an antibiotic which is used to treat different types of bacterial infections. Fortrim 400mg/80mg 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
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.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.
How to use
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. Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.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. Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Fortrim 400mg/80mg 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.Fortrim 400mg/80mg 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.
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet 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.CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet 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. There may be a possibility of skin rash in the baby.SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet 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. There may be a possibility of skin rash in the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.CAUTION - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.CAUTION - Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
What if I forget to take it?
If you miss a dose of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.If you miss a dose of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Manufacturer Address
Nair Baug, Akurli Road, Kandivali (East), Mumbai - 400 101
Frequently Asked Questions
Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is a combination of Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim, an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections by inhibiting bacterial growth.
Yes, Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet expires. Check the expiry date on the packaging and do not use it after that date.
Yes, Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is safe for most patients, but it may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, skin rash, or allergic reactions. Contact your doctor if you experience persistent issues.
Yes, Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet can cause nausea and vomiting. To reduce nausea, take it with milk, food, or antacids, and avoid fatty foods. If vomiting occurs, stay hydrated with small sips of water. Consult your doctor if vomiting persists or if you notice signs of dehydration.
Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to its components, a history of drug-induced immune thrombocytopenia, megaloblastic anemia due to folate deficiency, pediatric patients under 2 months, and those with severe hepatic or renal impairment.
Do not skip doses or stop the treatment early, as this can reduce effectiveness and lead to antibiotic resistance.
Take Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet as soon as you remember, but skip it if it's almost time for your next dose. Do not double up on doses.
Contact your doctor if you do not improve after completing the treatment or if your symptoms worsen while using Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet.
No, complete the full course of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet even if you feel better, as symptoms may improve before the infection is fully treated.
Store Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet in its original container, tightly closed, and follow the storage instructions on the label. Dispose of unused medicine safely to prevent accidental ingestion by pets or children.
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