PCP is an infection caused by the fungus pneumocystis jirovecii that spreads through the air. It results in inflammation and fluid build-up in the lungs. It is observed that people with a weakened immune system, such as those with HIV or on immunosuppressants, are prone to this infection. PCP can also spread to the liver, bone marrow, and lymph nodes.
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Is one tablet of Septra daily, enough for my dad who has AIDS?
Query: Hello doctor, My father is 58 years old and weighs 49 kg and 5.8 feet tall. He is on ART medicine since the last 13 years. He has AIDS. He had seizures last year, so he is also taking Ecosprin 75 mg, Septran, and Eptoin daily. I have two questions. Many doctors are surprised that he is only having... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Septran (Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim) is an antibiotic used in AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) patient to prevent PCP (pneumocystis pneumonia) infection. It is prevention dose, that is, prophylaxis (treatment dose, which is two tablets three times a da... Read Full »
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