What sizes does Bactrim come in?

What sizes does Bactrim come in?

Availability. BACTRIM is available as tablets (800 mg/ 160 mg) or as an oral suspension (mixture) 200 mg/ 40 mg per 5 mL).

How is Bactrim suspension supplied?

BACTRIM (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) is a synthetic antibacterial combination product available in a pediatric suspension for oral administration, with each teaspoonful (5 mL) containing 200 mg sulfamethoxazole and 40 mg trimethoprim.

How much Bactrim do you give a 60 pound dog?

Give 13 mg per pound daily divided into two equal doses ever 12 hours. You may crush the tablets and put them in food if needed. Allow plenty of water for your pet to drink. Give 13 mg per pound daily divided into two equal doses ever 12 hours.

How do you take Bactrim syrup?

Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections. Take Bactrim Suspension 50 ml with food or drink to avoid nausea and diarrhea. However, Bactrim Suspension 50 ml can be taken with or without food. The tablet form of Bactrim Suspension 50 ml should be swallowed as a whole; do not crush or chew the tablet.

What is Bactrim single strength?

Bactrim SS (single strength) = 400mg SMX + 80mg TMP. Bactrim DS (double strength) = 800mg SMX + 160mg TMP. Doses vary considerably depending on indication and should be adjusted for renal function. Most dosage recommendations are based upon the trimethoprim component. Bactrim IV has short expiration once mixed.

Does Bactrim suspension need to be refrigerated?

Liquid antibiotics that should not be refrigerated include: Biaxin. Cleocin. Bactrim.

Can Bactrim given to children?

This medication should not be used by children less than 2 months of age due to the risk of serious side effects. This medication treats only certain types of infections. It will not work for viral infections (such as flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.

How is sulfamethoxazole trimethoprim calculated?

The usual dose is 40 milligrams (mg) per kilogram of body weight of sulfamethoxazole and 8 milligrams (mg) per kilogram of body weight of trimethoprim, given in two divided doses every 12 hours for 10 days.

How much Bactrim do you give a 10 pound dog?

In dogs and cats, the usual dose is 12.5 to 50 milligrams/pound of body weight (25 to 100 milligrams/kilograms) every 24 hours orally, subcutaneously, intramuscularly or intravenously for 10 to 20 days. Medication should never be administered without first consulting your veterinarian.

How much Bactrim do you give a 20 pound dog?

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How much Bactrim can a 2 year old take?

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Is Bactrim safe for infants?

Pediatric Use BACTRIM is contraindicated for infants younger than 2 months of age (see INDICATIONS and CONTRAINDICATIONS sections).