Expert advice for Sumetrol Tablet
You have been prescribed Sumetrol DS 800mg/160mg Tablet for the treatment of many types of bacterial infections. Take it with food and plenty of fluids to avoid an upset stomach. Finish the prescribed course of Sumetrol DS 800mg/160mg Tablet, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat. Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools. Stop taking Sumetrol DS 800mg/160mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you develop skin rash/blistering or other unexplained skin reaction while taking Sumetrol DS 800mg/160mg Tablet. In case of long term use, have regular monthly blood tests to monitor your blood cells as suggested by your doctor.
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Composition
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Sulfamethoxazole (800mg) + Trimethoprim (160mg) |
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Potentially Unsafe With
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Alcohol |
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Side Effect
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Common
Side Effects of Sumetrol are Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction. |
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How to works
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How Sumetrol Tablet works
Sumetrol DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim. These antibiotics work by preventing the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Together, they treat your infection effectively. |
