Bactrim 400/80 TM
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Active ingredients: trimethoprim + sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim
Pack: Bactrim 400/80 injection, 10 x 5 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BACTRIM 400/80 sulfamethoxazole 400 mg/5 mL and trimethoprim 80 mg/5mL concentrate for solution for infusion ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Parenteral administration of Bactrim is indicated where oral dosage is not desirable or practical, e.g. pre- and post-operative infections associated with surgery, trauma or gynaecology; septicaemia and other infections due to sensitive organisms such as typhoid and paratyphoid.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, concentrated
- Intravenous Infusion
- The concentrate solution is clear and colourless to slightly yellowish.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 5 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient trimethoprim + sulfamethoxazole
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
