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Medical Conditions - Sulfamethoxazole

Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, urinary tract infections, prostatitis, and bronchitis. It is used along with Trimethoprim to work efficiently. It is effective against certain bacteria such as Listeria monocytogenes and Escherichia coli.

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What causes chronic prostatitis symptoms in men at 36?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and treatment details.

Is one tablet of Septra daily, enough for my dad who has AIDS?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Septran (Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim) is an antibiotic used in AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) patients to prevent PCP (pneumocystis pneumonia) infection.

How can I prevent recurrent UTIs as a 36-year-old male?

Hi,Welcome to icliniq.com.With your elaborate history, what I could make out is that you had a severe episode of acute prostatitis, which was undertreated, and now it is chronic prostatitis syndrome.

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Why was my child given an HIV-related drug, Novatrim?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Novatrim suspension is a combination antibiotic that contains Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim.

I have side effects from taking Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim for prostatitis. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The Sulfamethoxazole component of the drug is a sulfa drug and prone to cause significant side effects or even severe allergic reactions.

Does intake of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim cause renal failure?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your problem. There are many cases in the literature showing that acute kidney injury occurs with the initiation of Cotrimoxazole therapy.

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