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