Drug details

Trimethoprim (trimethoprim tablet)

type of Sulfonamides, Anesthetics, Ophthalmic

Trimethoprim [Brand names: Trimpex (Discontinued Brand), Proloprim (Discontinued Brand), Primsol] is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Trimethoprim is often combined in a single pill with sulfamethoxazole. Trimethoprim is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:

• nausea,
• headache,
• vomiting,
• diarrhea,
• loss of appetite,
• changes in taste,
• stomach upset,
• skin sensitivity to sunlight,
• fever.
• itching and rash,
• swollen tongue, and

The following drugs are related to Trimethoprim, either as a replacement or used together:

• Azactam Injection (aztreonam injection)
• Xtoro (finafloxacin otic suspension)

The following supplements are related to Trimethoprim, and may be used together with the drug:

• Cranberry (s.)
• Melatonin (s.)
• Xylitol (s.)