Cotrim
Shigellosis, Nocardiosis, Brucellosis + 16 more
Treatment
17 FDA approvals
18 Active Studies for Cotrim
Treatment for
Shigellosis
What is Cotrim
Trimethoprim
The Generic name of this drug
Treatment Summary
Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It stops bacteria from being able to make folic acid, an essential nutrient for their growth and multiplication. When taken with trimethoprim, the two drugs work together to stop the production of proteins and nucleic acids essential for bacterial growth. The combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including urinary, respiratory, and digestive tract infections.
Septra DS
is the brand name
Cotrim Overview & Background
Brand Name
Generic Name
First FDA Approval
How many FDA approvals?
Septra DS
Trimethoprim
1973
343
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Trimethoprim, also called Septra DS, is approved by the FDA for 17 uses including Cholera and susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella sonnei .
Cholera
Used to treat susceptible Cholera in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella sonnei
Used to treat susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella sonnei in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Fluid replacement therapy
Used to treat Fluid replacement therapy in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Urinary tract infection
Used to treat Urinary Tract Infection caused by susceptible bacteria in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Nocardiosis
Used to treat Nocardiosis in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Pneumonia, Pneumocystis
Used to treat Pneumocystis Jirovecii Pneumonia in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Genus Pneumocystis
Used to treat risk of Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia (PCP) in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Otitis Media
Used to treat Acute Otitis Media caused by susceptible bacteria in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Brucellosis
Used to treat Brucellosis in combination with Rifampicin
Electrolyte replacement
Used to treat Electrolyte replacement in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Pneumocystis Jirovecii Pneumonia
Used to treat Pneumocystis Jirovecii Pneumonia in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Shigellosis
Used to treat Dysentery, Bacillary in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Bronchitis
Used to treat Acute Exacerbation of Chronic Bronchitis (AECB) caused by susceptible bacteria in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Diarrhea
Used to treat susceptible Travelers' Diarrhea caused by Enterotoxigenic E. Coli (ETEC) Infection in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella flexneri
Used to treat susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella flexneri in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Brucellosis
Used to treat Brucellosis in combination with Rifampicin
Immunocompromised
Used to treat Immunocompromised in combination with Sulfamethoxazole
Effectiveness
How Cotrim Affects Patients
Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic that is often given with another antibiotic called trimethoprim. The combination of these two drugs has been shown to be more effective at fighting bacteria, as they target different steps in the bacterial folate synthesis pathway. However, taking sulfamethoxazole can cause allergic reactions, and if a rash develops, it should be stopped immediately as it may be a sign of a more serious reaction such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis. Additionally, it can lead to a folate deficiency, and should be used with caution in those at higher risk for
How Cotrim works in the body
Sulfamethoxazole works to stop bacterial growth by preventing bacteria from making certain molecules. It does this by looking like a similar molecule that the bacteria needs to make other molecules. The bacteria mistakes sulfamethoxazole for the molecule it needs and uses it instead, but sulfamethoxazole does not work as a substitute and blocks the bacteria from making the molecules it needs to grow and reproduce. This stops the bacteria from multiplying and keeps it from causing more damage.
When to interrupt dosage
The recommended dosage of Cotrim is contingent upon the determined condition, including Urinary tract infection, Pneumocystis Jirovecii Pneumonia and Fluid replacement therapy. The amount of dosage is dependent on the method of administration specified in the table below.
Condition
Dosage
Administration
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Pneumonia, Pneumocystis
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Brucellosis
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Immunocompromised
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Nocardiosis
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Urinary tract infection
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
bacterial blepharitis caused by susceptible bacteria
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Urinary tract infection
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Diarrhea
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Shigellosis
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Electrolyte replacement
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Fluid replacement therapy
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Genus Pneumocystis
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Bacterial conjunctivitis
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Bronchitis
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella flexneri
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella sonnei
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Otitis Media
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Cholera
, 1.0 mg/mL, 160.0 mg, 80.0 mg, 40.0 mg/mL, 50.0 mg/mL, 100.0 mg, 0.16 mg, 1.6 mg, 20.0 mg, 200.0 mg, 90.0 mg, 16.0 mg/mL, 300.0 mg, 40.0 mg, 8.0 mg/mL, 9.0 mg/mL
Solution / drops - Ophthalmic, , Ophthalmic, Tablet - Oral, Oral, Tablet, Suspension, Suspension - Oral, Solution, Solution - Oral, Solution - Ophthalmic, Liquid - Intravenous, Liquid, Intravenous, Injection, solution, concentrate, Injection, solution, concentrate - Intravenous, Injection - Intravenous, Solution / drops, Liquid - Ophthalmic, Solution - Intravenous, Injection
Warnings
Cotrim has seven contraindications and must not be taken if you experience any of the conditions listed in the following table.
Cotrim Contraindications
Condition
Risk Level
Notes
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Trimethoprim may interact with Pulse Frequency
Purpura, Thrombocytopenic, Idiopathic
Do Not Combine
hepatic damage
Do Not Combine
Megaloblastic anemia caused by Folate deficiency
Do Not Combine
unable to monitor renal function
Do Not Combine
Disease
Do Not Combine
Pulse Frequency
Do Not Combine
Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions
Do Not Combine
Trimethoprim may interact with Pulse Frequency
There are 20 known major drug interactions with Cotrim.
Common Cotrim Drug Interactions
Drug Name
Risk Level
Description
Abemaciclib
Major
The excretion of Abemaciclib can be decreased when combined with Trimethoprim.
Brigatinib
Major
The metabolism of Brigatinib can be decreased when combined with Trimethoprim.
Cabazitaxel
Major
The metabolism of Cabazitaxel can be decreased when combined with Trimethoprim.
Cisplatin
Major
The serum concentration of Cisplatin can be increased when it is combined with Trimethoprim.
Clofarabine
Major
The serum concentration of Clofarabine can be increased when it is combined with Trimethoprim.
Cotrim Toxicity & Overdose Risk
The most toxic dose of sulfamethoxazole for mice and rats is 2300 mg/kg and 6200 mg/kg, respectively. Symptoms of overdose may include loss of appetite, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, tiredness, and loss of consciousness. In some cases, patients may experience fever, blood in the urine, or kidney stones. Other potential complications from overdose include changes in blood cell counts or imbalances in electrolytes. Treatment should be tailored to the symptoms and may include emptying the stomach or providing fluids. Doctors should also keep an eye on the patient's lab work for any
Cotrim Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Cotrim?
8 ongoing trials are exploring the utility of Cotrim in Immunocompromised individuals, Fluid replacement therapy and treating Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella sonnei.
Condition
Clinical Trials
Trial Phases
Urinary tract infection
0 Actively Recruiting
Bacterial conjunctivitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Bronchitis
0 Actively Recruiting
Nocardiosis
0 Actively Recruiting
Shigellosis
0 Actively Recruiting
Brucellosis
0 Actively Recruiting
bacterial blepharitis caused by susceptible bacteria
0 Actively Recruiting
Immunocompromised
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 1, Not Applicable
Otitis Media
0 Actively Recruiting
Genus Pneumocystis
0 Actively Recruiting
Conjunctivitis, Bacterial
0 Actively Recruiting
Fluid replacement therapy
0 Actively Recruiting
Cholera
0 Actively Recruiting
Urinary tract infection
0 Actively Recruiting
susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella sonnei
0 Actively Recruiting
Pneumonia, Pneumocystis
2 Actively Recruiting
Phase 3, Phase 4
susceptible Enteritis infectious caused by Shigella flexneri
0 Actively Recruiting
Electrolyte replacement
0 Actively Recruiting
Diarrhea
14 Actively Recruiting
Not Applicable, Phase 2, Early Phase 1, Phase 1
Patient Q&A Section about cotrim
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.
Can cotrim treat UTI?
"Co-trimoxazole is used to treat certain bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, bronchitis, and infections of the urinary tract, ears, and intestines."
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What is the other name for Kotrim?
"Cotrim is a combination antibiotic that contains sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It works by killing sensitive bacteria."
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What is cotrim used for?
"This medication is a combination of two antibiotics, sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. It is used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, such as middle ear, urinary, respiratory, and intestinal infections. It is also used to prevent and treat a certain type of pneumonia, pneumocystis-type."
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