2006-08-26 07:57:42 · 5 answers · asked by baby 1 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Other - General Health Care
I hope these links help:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trimethoprim
http://www.medscape.com/druginfo/search?searchfor=Clinical&cid=med&queryText=Trimethoprim&search_type=combine
2006-08-26 08:03:53 · answer #1 · answered by tek1017 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trimethoprim is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or overuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
OTHER USES: This drug may also be used to treat some lung infections (pneumocystis carinii pneumonia) and to prevent kidney infections in certain patients.
2006-08-26 15:02:18 · answer #2 · answered by annie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trimethoprim eliminates bacteria that cause urinary tract infections. It is used in combination with other drugs to treat certain types of pneumonia. It also is used to treat 'travelers' diarrhea.' Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
2006-08-26 15:01:39 · answer #3 · answered by chris 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trimethoprim and polymyxin b = antibiotic, ophthalmic. Treatment of surface ocular bacterial conjuctivitis and blepharoconjunctivitis. EYE DROPS for pink eye or other eye infections or bacteria. NOT FOR URINARY TRACT INFECT.
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2006-08-26 15:06:40 · answer #4 · answered by suncitysarah2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
bactriocidal
2006-08-26 15:09:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋