Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet

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MRP: ₹ 11
Packing: 10.0 tablets in 1 strip
Salt Combination: Sulfamethoxazole (800mg) + Trimethoprim (160mg)
Brand: Osho Pharma Pvt Ltd
Uses: Treatment of Bacterial infections

Description

Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, infections of the urinary tract, ear, and abdomen
It prevents the growth of microorganisms to cure the infection
Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor
It should be taken with food and it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy
Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember
The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, headache, etc
To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid
If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately
If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys
Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health condition
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctor before taking it
Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive dizziness with this medicine
It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy
If you are a known allergic to the medicine, you must refrain from using this medicine and consult your doctor
It is advised to take proper rest during the course of treatment for the medicine to work effectively.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Use of Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Driving:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.^There may be a possibility of skin rash in the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses

Uses of Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet

In Treatment of Bacterial infections Infections caused by bacteria are known as bacterial infections
Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is an antibiotic which is used to treat different types of bacterial infections
Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet works by stopping the growth of the bacteria
It is effective for bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, urinary tract, ear and stomach
It is advisable to continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all bacteria are killed
Stopping it early may make the infection come back and difficult to treat.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Osotrim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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