Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole DS: Difference between revisions
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*Half-life: | *Half-life: 6-12h (20-50h ESRD) | ||
*Metabolism: | *Metabolism: | ||
*Excretion: | *Excretion: | ||
*Mechanism of Action: | *Mechanism of Action: Bactericidal | ||
==Pregnancy/Lactation== | ==Pregnancy/Lactation== |
Revision as of 21:39, 19 February 2014
General
- Type: Sulfonamide
- Dosage Forms: 160/800
- Common Trade Names: Bactrim DS
Adult Dosing
General
1 tab (160mg TMP) PO Q12h
PCP Prophylaxis
80-160mg TMP PO daily
PCP Treatment
15-20 mg/kg/day TMP PO divided q6-8h x 21 days
Pediatric Dosing
General (>2mo)
- Mild-mod infection
- 4-5 mg/kg TMP PO q12hr
- Severe infection
- 15-20 mg/kg/dy TMP PO divided q6-8h
Contraindications
- Allergy to class/drug
Adverse Reactions
Pharmacology
- Half-life: 6-12h (20-50h ESRD)
- Metabolism:
- Excretion:
- Mechanism of Action: Bactericidal
Pregnancy/Lactation
- Pregnancy:
- Lactation: