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Cotrizole Injection

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Introduction of Cotrizole Injection

Cotrizole Injection is a combination medicine that is used to treat various types of bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, infections of urinary tract, ear, and abdomen. It prevents the growth of microorganisms to cure the infection.

Cotrizole Injection is a combination of two antibiotics: Cotrizole Injection1 and Cotrizole Injection2.

Uses of Cotrizole Injection

Benefits of Cotrizole Injection

In Treatment of Bacterial infections

Cotrizole Injection is an antibiotic medicine prescribed to treat various infections caused by bacteria. These include chest infections such as bronchitis and pneumonia and infections of the urinary tract, stomach, and ear. Your symptoms might improve after using Cotrizole Injection. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Cotrizole Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cotrizole

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Skin rash
  • Allergic reaction

How to use Cotrizole Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cotrizole Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cotrizole Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cotrizole Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Cotrizole Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cotrizole Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cotrizole Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cotrizole Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Cotrizole Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cotrizole Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cotrizole Injection is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Cotrizole Injection?

If you miss a dose of Cotrizole Injection, please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Cotrizole Injection

  • You have been prescribed Cotrizole Injection for the treatment of many types of bacterial infections.
  • Finish the prescribed course of Cotrizole Injection, even if you start to feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
  • Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it does not stop or if you find blood in your stools.
  • Stop taking Cotrizole Injection and inform your doctor if you develop skin rash/blisters or other unexplained skin reaction while taking Cotrizole Injection.
  • In case of long-term use, have regular monthly blood tests to monitor your blood cells as suggested by your doctor.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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Scar on face due to bacterial infections
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
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I have a history of recurring yeast and bacterial vaginosis infections.
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Tab metrogyl 500 mg twice a day x 5 days and tab fluconazole 150 mg three doses alternate days
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FAQs

Cotrizole Injection

Q. Can I stop taking Cotrizole Injection when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Cotrizole Injection and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Q. What if I miss my dose?

Take Cotrizole Injection as soon as you remember it. However, do not take it if it's almost time for your next dose. Also, do not take an extra dose to make up for your missed dose.

Q. What if I don't get better after using Cotrizole Injection?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

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References

  1. Trimethoprim/sulfamethopyrazine. Dublin, Ireland: Aspen Pharma Trading Limited; 1974 [revised Mar. 2018]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Sulfamethopyrazine. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirecct. Trimethoprim. [Accessed on 10 Apr. 2019 (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: New Medicon Pharma Labs Pvt Ltd
Address: T.T.K Road, 1st Floor, Diwan Shahib Garden, Royapettah, Chennai - 600 014.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Cotrizole Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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