Bactrim
Utilized to target bacterial overgrowth to relieve infections.
- Category
- Antibiotics
- Active ingredient
- Trimethoprim
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 400/80 · 800/160mg
Bactrim details
- Condition
- Bacterial Infection
- Alternative names
- Septrin
- Therapeutic class
- Trimethoprim Antibiotic
- Pharmacological class
- Dihydrofolate Reductase Inhibitor
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to trimethoprim; severe renal impairment
- Precautions and warnings
- maintain adequate fluid intake; monitor blood counts during long-term use
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- skin rash; pruritus
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Utilized to target bacterial overgrowth to relieve infections.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Roche
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature.
- Drug interactions
- digoxin; phenytoin
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly.
Serious side effects
blood dyscrasias, requires immediate medical attention; stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Interferes with bacterial folic acid synthesis, stopping the growth and reproduction of bacteria.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Consult doctor; folic acid supplementation may be required. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Bactrim
Bactrim is a well-known preparation containing Trimethoprim, used to manage bacterial infection. Sold under the alternative brand Septrin, this medication is produced by Roche in tablet form, available in strengths of 400/80mg and 800/160mg. Patients requiring this class of antibiotic therapy rely on this established product for its consistent formulation.
Bactrim availability in Asia
Bactrim is registered across 13 markets including Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand, with availability also in Malaysia, the Philippines and Indonesia. While generic Trimethoprim, often produced in India, offers a cost-effective alternative to the original brand, reliable access remains a factor for expats or those residing far from a well-stocked pharmacy. These tablets are best used under a doctor’s care for the management of specific conditions.