Sulfamethoxazole 400 mg and Trimethoprim 80 mg Concentrate (DBL) TM
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Active ingredients: trimethoprim + sulfamethoxazole
Pack: Sulfamethoxazole 400 mg and Trimethoprim 80 mg Concentrate (DBL) injection, 5 x 5 mL ampoules
Brand name
(ARTG)
: DBL SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 400 mg and TRIMETHOPRIM 80 mg/5 mL concentrated injection ampouleDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
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What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
INDICATIONS AS AT 31 OCTOBER 2003 :Parenteral administration of sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim 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
- Colourless to slightly yellow solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 5x5mL 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
