Cotrazen (200 mg+40 mg)/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 21.36
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Sulphamethoxazole trimethoprim |
Company | Zenith pharmaceuticals ltd |
Also available as |
Indications
- Bactericidal activity against a wide range of organisms
- Effective for respiratory tract infections
- Suitable for genito-urinary tract infections
- Treatment for gastro-intestinal tract infections
- Indicated for various infections including osteomyelitis and skin infections
Pharmacology
Broad spectrum bactericidal activity against gram-positive & gram-negative bacteria and some protozoa, containing Trimethoprim and Sulphamethoxazole in a 1:5 combination
Dosage & Administration
- Different dosage for mild to severe infections
- Specific dosage for long term therapy
- Dosage for gonorrhoea
- Different dosage for tablets and suspension
- Age-specific dosage
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to trimethoprim or sulphonamides
- Contraindicated in patients with documented megaloblastic anaemia due to folate deficiency
- Contraindicated in marked liver parenchymal damage, blood dyscrasia, severe renal insufficiency, glucose 6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
Side Effects
- Rare side effects like crystalluria, haemolysis, thrombocytopenia, neutropenia, agranulocytosis
- Less serious side effects include malaise, headache, nausea, vomiting
- Transient side effects that do not require withdrawal of treatment
Pregnancy & Lactation
Not recommended during pregnancy and nursing period due to potential harm to the baby
Precautions & Warnings
- Prolonged full dose treatment may lead to macrocytic anaemia
- Diabetic patients receiving sulphonylurea drug should be cautious
Therapeutic Class
Anti-diarrhoeal Antimicrobial drugs, Sulphonamides & Trimethoprim
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C away from light & moisture, keep out of the reach of children
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