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Ear infection or inflammation (otitis media) facts

Otitis media (ear infection or inflammation) is the most common diagnosis in sick children in the U.S.
Otitis media features fever, ear pain, and a feeling of fullness in the ear; as well as fussiness and feeding problems in young children.
Otitis media is usually an infection and/or inflammation of the middle ear.
Ear infection or inflammation causes fluid buildup in the middle ear.
A cold or other respiratory infection can lead to ear infections or inflammation.
Exposure to other children's colds as often occurs in daycare centers, raises the risk of contracting otitis media (ear infection or inflammation).
Bottlefeeding increases the risk of ear infection or inflammation in babies.
Middle ear pus causes pain and temporary hearing loss.
Rupture of the eardrum allows the pus to drain into the ear canal.
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TRIMETHOPRIM
(trimethoprim (trimethoprim (trimethoprim tablet) tablet) ) Tablet

DRUG DESCRIPTION

Trimethoprim (trimethoprim (trimethoprim tablet) tablet) is a synthetic antibacterial available as 100 mg tablets for oral administration.

Trimethoprim (trimethoprim (trimethoprim tablet) tablet) is 2,4-Diamino-5-(3,4,5-trimethoxybenzyl) pyrimidine. It is a white to cream colored, odorless, bitter compound. The structural formula is represented below:

Trimethoprim Structural Formula Illustration

Trimethoprim (trimethoprim (trimethoprim tablet) tablet) Tablets USP, 100 mg contain the following inactive ingredients: anhydrous lactose, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium starch glycolate and stearic acid.

What are the precautions when taking trimethoprim tablet (Trimethoprim)?

Before taking trimethoprim, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

This medication should not be used if you have a certain medical condition. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: a certain type of anemia (due to folate deficiency).

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease, vitamin deficiency (folate or folic acid), diabetes, blood disorders (e.g., bone marrow suppression, G6PD deficiency).

This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun....

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Last reviewed on RxList: 9/18/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.