Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat various types of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, infections of the urinary tract, ear, and abdomen.

Introduction:
Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is advised to be taken as suggested by the doctor. It should be taken with food and it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose as an overdose of it may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better to ensure a complete recovery.

Dosage Form:
Tablet

Side Effects:

• No common side effects listed.

How to Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How it Works:
Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet is a combination of two antibiotics: Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim. These antibiotics work by preventing the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication. Together, they treat your infection effectively.

Quick Tips:

• You have been prescribed Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet for the treatment of many types of bacterial infections.
• Finish the prescribed course of Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet
• Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete.
• Stop taking Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you develop skin rash/blisters or other unexplained skin reaction while taking Fortrim 400mg/80mg Tablet.
• In case of long-term use, have regular monthly blood tests to monitor your blood cells as suggested by your doctor.