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Resprim TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: trimethoprim + sulfamethoxazole

Brand name

(ARTG)

: RESPRIM trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole 80 mg/400 mg tablet blister pack

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Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

INDICATIONS AS AT 13 NOVEMBER 2000 : Upper and lower respiratory tract infections; renal and urinary tract infections; skin and wound infections; septicaemias and other infections caused by sensitive organisms.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, uncoated
  • Oral
  • 11 mm flat bevelled edge white tablet, marked '80|400' on one side and 'R' on the other side.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.

  • 10 pack
  • 20 (hospital only) pack
  • 30 (hospital only) pack

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

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