Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet
Lupin Ltd

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10.85

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Bacterial infections

COMPOSITION:
Sulfamethoxazole (800mg) Trimethoprim (160mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

Taking trimethoprim with alcohol may cause unpleasant side effects such as tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting, fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, .

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.There may be a possibility of skin rash in the baby.

Driving

It is not known whether Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.


Sulfamethoxazole   800mg

Uses of Sulfamethoxazole
Sulfamethoxazole is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How to use Sulfamethoxazole
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet works
Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction.

Expert advice for Sulfamethoxazole

Do not take further dose of taking sulfamethoxazole and consult your doctor at the first appearance of a skin rash, sore throat, fever, muscle, joints, bone pain or stiffness (arthralgia), cough, shortness of breath or jaundice.
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight and wear sunscreen when going out.
Drink adequate water during sulfonamide therapy.
Do not start or continue the sulfamethoxazole tablets and consult your doctor If  you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Bactrim/Septrin/septran/ ciplin, sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprin a sulfa drug, penicillin, antibiotic?
Bactrim/Septrin/septran/ciplin are brand names for sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprin combination belongs to class of medications called sulfonamide antibiotic, it is a sulpha drug. Sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprin is not a penicillin antibiotic

Q. Is Sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprin combination safe?
Sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprin is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor

Q. What is sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprim used for?
Sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprim is used to treat or prevent lung infections, sinus infection, toxoplasmosis, nocardiosis (bacterial infection causing abscesses), urinary tract infections, bronchitis, ear infections

Q. Can I take sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprim with Tylenol/acetaminophen, Aleve/naproxen, Benadryl, prednisone, Adderall/amphetamine/dextroamphetamine, Xanax/alprazolam, Valtrex/valacyclovir, antacids, vitamins, aspirin?
Interaction is not observed, when sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprim is taken with acetaminophen, naproxen, Benadryl, prednisone, amphetamine and dextroamphetamine, alprazolam, valacyclovir, antacids, vitamins, aspirin however do consult your doctor before use

Q. Can I take Interaction is not observed with birth control pills?
Interaction is not observed when sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprim is taken with birth control pills. Please consult your doctor before use

Q. Does sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprim make you tired, cause headache?
Sulphamethoxazole + trimethoprim can make you tired and can cause headache.

Trimethoprim   160mg

Uses of Trimethoprim
Trimethoprim is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

How to use Trimethoprim
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Cortina DS 800mg/160mg Tablet works
Trimethoprim is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Vomiting, Skin rash, Allergic reaction.

Expert advice for Trimethoprim
Trimethoprim can make you sunburn more easily. Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you are outdoors.
Before you take trimethoprim tablets or suspension, tell your doctor:

If you suffer from kidney problems.
If you have a deficiency (are low) in folic acid.
If you are at greater risk of high levels of potassium in your blood (hyperkalemia), e.g. the elderly or those on higher doses.
If you are also taking repaglinide (medicine for treating diabetes).

Do not take trimethoprim if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. You may be required to undergo regular blood tests if you need long-term treatment or are prone to anaemia.
Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of these adverse effects.

fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms, sores in your mouth and throat.
pale skin, easy bruising, unusual bleeding (nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum), purple/red pinpoint spots under your skin.
signs of high pottasium levels (slow heart rate, weak pulse, muscle weakness, tingly feeling).
severe headache with muscle cramps, confusion, weakness, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, and weak or shallow breathing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Bactrim DS a sulfa drug/an antibiotic/ a strong antibiotic/ good for sinus infection/ good for UTI/ good for tooth infection/strep throat/ MSRA?
Bactrim DS is a strong antibiotic combination containing trimethoprim and sulfonamide antibiotic. It is good for treating urinary and respiratory tract infections including treating sinus and strep throat as per doctor's recommendation. It is not a drug of choice for treating and tooth infections

Q. Is Bactrim DS safe/ makes you feel sleepy/ cause fungal infections?
Bactrim DS is safe at recommended doses and duration. It is not sure but it may make you feel sleepy (drowsiness). It does not cause fungal infections

Q. What is Ciplin DS/ suspension Septra DS used for/ Septra DS affect birth control?
Ciplin DS/suspension, Septra DS are a combination of trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole and is used for treating a variety of bacterial infections. Antibiotics such as Septra DS can decrease the effectiveness of birth control pills and thereby affect birth control. Consult your doctor before its use

Q. Does Trimethoprim make you feel sick/ make you drowsy/ cause constipation?
Trimethoprim may make you feel sick (nausea). It is not sure but it may cause drowsiness and constipation.