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