Oriprim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Oriprim

Sulfamethoxazole(800mg),Trimethoprim(160mg)

food interaction for Oriprim

alcohol interaction for Oriprim

pregnancy interaction for Oriprim

lactation interaction for Oriprim

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Oriprim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
None
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Oriprim DS 800mg/160mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oriprim 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Oriprim 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Oriprim

Sulfamethoxazole(800mg)

Uses

Sulfamethoxazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections and parasitic infections.

How it works

Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Common side effects

Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction
Trimethoprim(160mg)

Uses

Trimethoprim is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How it works

Trimethoprim is an antibiotic. It works by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. Thus, it stops the bacteria from growing, and prevents the infection from spreading.

Common side effects

Itching, Rash, Phototoxicity, Exfoliative dermatitis, Erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Anaphylactic reaction, Cholestatic jaundice, Aseptic meningitis, Nausea, Vomiting, Stomach pain/epigastric pain, Glossitis (tongue inflammation), Low blood platelets, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Megaloblastic anemia, Methemoglobinemia (presence of methemoglobin in the blood), Increased potassium level in blood, Decreased sodium level in blood

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Expert advice FOR Oriprim

  • Your doctor has prescribed Sulfamethoxazole to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
  • Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated during treatment with this medicine. 
  • Your doctor may get regular blood, urine tests while you are on this medication.
  • Do not take Sulfamethoxazole if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Discontinue Sulfamethoxazole and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.


Content on this page was last updated on 20 June, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)