Cotrixole Injection 5 ml belongs to the group of medicines called ‘antibiotics’ used to treat various bacterial infections of the urinary tract, respiratory tract (bronchitis), ear (otitis media), lungs (pneumonia), skin, brain and toxoplasmosis (infection caused by a bacteria called toxoplasma). Cotrixole Injection 5 ml is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. Tetrahydrofolic acid and dihydrofolic acid are essential for the formation of proteins and nucleic acids in the bacterial cell, which is necessary for the survival of the bacteria. By inhibiting these, Cotrixole Injection 5 ml kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections. Cotrixole Injection 5 ml is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

FAQs

How does Cotrixole Injection 5 ml work?

Cotrixole Injection 5 ml is a combination of two antibiotics, namely: Trimethoprim (folic acid inhibitors) and Sulfamethoxazole (sulfonamides). Trimethoprim prevents the formation of tetrahydrofolic acid, and sulfamethoxazole stops the bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. By inhibiting these, Cotrixole Injection 5 ml kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thus, it helps to treat bacterial infections.

Does Cotrixole Injection 5 ml cause thrush?

Cotrixole Injection 5 ml causes thrush or candidiasis, which is a fungal infection occurring due to the overgrowth of yeast-like fungus in the mouth or throat. Regularly rinse your mouth with water to prevent the growth of fungus.

Does Cotrixole Injection 5 ml cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Cotrixole Injection 5 ml. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience prolonged diarrhoea with abdominal pain, inform your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Does Cotrixole Injection 5 ml affect diagnostic test results?

Cotrixole Injection 5 ml may affect certain laboratory test results. Inform the lab technician that you are taking Cotrixole Injection 5 ml.

Does Cotrixole Injection 5 ml cause abnormal heartbeats?

Cotrixole Injection 5 ml may cause high levels of potassium in the blood, which could lead to abnormal heartbeats (palpitations). Regular monitoring of potassium levels and heart rate is advised while taking Cotrixole Injection 5 ml.