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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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About Cumide Suspension

Cumide Suspension belongs to the group of medicines called ‘antibiotics’ used to treat 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). Bacterial infections are caused due to the multiplication of harmful bacteria inside or on the body. Cumide Suspension does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu. 

Cumide Suspension 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, which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. By inhibiting these, Cumide Suspension stops the growth of bacteria and kills them. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Cumide Suspension based on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as high levels of potassium in the blood, palpitations (abnormal heartbeats), thrush or candidiasis (fungal infection), headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and skin rashes. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting Cumide Suspension, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Cumide Suspension on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Consult your doctor before taking Cumide Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting. Cumide Suspension is not recommended for children below 12years.

Uses of Cumide Suspension

Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew the tablet/capsule. Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper; shake the pack well before each use.

Medicinal Benefits

Cumide Suspension 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). Cumide Suspension 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, which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. By inhibiting these, Cumide Suspension kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, it helps to treat bacterial infections. Cumide Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against a wide range of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumonia, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella species, Enterobacter species, Haemophilus influenzae, etc.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Cumide Suspension if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have severe liver or kidney problems, thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets in the blood), or porphyria (rare blood problem). Consult your doctor immediately if you experience skin rash or prolonged, significant diarrhoea with abdominal pain. Talk to your doctor before taking Cumide Suspension if you have severe allergies, asthma, ulcers, blood disorders, thyroid dysfunction, diabetes, are elderly, underweight or malnourished; if you have a folic acid deficiency, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency, or high levels of potassium in the blood. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cumide Suspension to prevent unpleasant side-effects such as fast heartbeats, warmth or redness under your skin, tingly feeling, nausea, and vomiting.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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TrimethoprimBCG vaccine
Critical
sulfamethoxazoleClozapine
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TrimethoprimBCG vaccine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Taking Cumide Suspension 50 ml with BCG vaccine can reduce the effectiveness of the BCG vaccine

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cumide Suspension 50 ml and BCG vaccine is not recommended, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
sulfamethoxazoleClozapine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
The combined use of Cumide Suspension 50 ml and clozapine may increase the risk or severity of toxicity.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Clozapine and Cumide Suspension 50 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you're having any of these symptoms like fever, chills, sore throat, or muscle aches, it's important to contact your doctor right away. They may be able to recommend other options for you that won't cause any problems. Don't worry, there are solutions available to help you feel better. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Using Cumide Suspension 50 ml together with valsartan may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Cumide Suspension 50 ml together with Valsartan may result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
When amiloride is taken with Cumide Suspension 50 ml it may raise potassium levels in the blood. (High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, abnormal heart rhythm).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between amiloride and Cumide Suspension 50 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Taking spironolactone with Cumide Suspension 50 ml may increase potassium levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking spironolactone and Cumide Suspension 50 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, confusion, tingling of the hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in the legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not stop using any medications without consulting doctor.
TrimethoprimTetracaine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Co-administration of Cumide Suspension 50 ml with tetracaine can result in blood disorders.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cumide Suspension 50 ml and tetracaine, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience nausea, headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fatigue, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
TrimethoprimPotassium citrate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Taking Potassium citrate with Cumide Suspension 50 ml may increase potassium levels in the blood, which can lead to kidney failure, muscular paralysis, and abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cumide Suspension 50 ml and Potassium citrate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Taking Irbesartan with Cumide Suspension 50 ml may increase potassium levels in the blood and kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Irbesartan with Cumide Suspension 50 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult your doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Taking Potassium chloride with Cumide Suspension 50 ml may increase potassium levels in the blood. High potassium levels can cause hyperkalemia (a high level of the electrolyte potassium in the blood.).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Cumide Suspension 50 ml and Potassium chloride, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult the doctor if you experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, disorientation, tingling in your hands and feet, feelings of heaviness in your legs, a weak pulse, or a slow or irregular heartbeat. It is essential to maintain proper fluid intake while taking these medications. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Cumide Suspension 50 ml:
Co-administration of Cumide Suspension 50 ml with phenytoin may increase the blood levels and effects of phenytoin.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Cumide Suspension 50 ml and phenytoin but can be taken together if prescribed by doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, twitching eye movements, blurred vision, difficult to speak, loss of balance or coordination, tremors (shaking of hands legs), and confusion contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

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FAQs

Cumide Suspension 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, Cumide Suspension kills the bacteria and stops their growth. Thereby, helps to treat bacterial infections.

Cumide Suspension 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.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Cumide Suspension. 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, stop taking Cumide Suspension and consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

It is recommended to complete the course of Cumide Suspension even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to recurring infections. Continue taking Cumide Suspension for as long as your doctor has prescribed to treat your condition effectually.

Do not take Cumide Suspension on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections.

Cumide Suspension may affect certain laboratory test results. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Cumide Suspension.

Cumide Suspension 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 Cumide Suspension.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • GLIBENCLAMIDE
  • AZITHROMYCIN
  • METRONIDAZOLE
  • ALBUTEROL
  • BENDROFLUMETHIAZIDE
  • GLICLAZIDE

Special Advise

  • Cumide Suspension may affect certain laboratory test results such as blood tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Cumide Suspension. 
  • Your doctor may advise you to get regular tests if you have kidney problems or if you have been prescribed Cumide Suspension for a longer duration, to know if the medicine is working properly.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: A bacterial infection is a condition in which harmful bacteria enter, multiply, and infect the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in the body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick. Symptoms include fever, chills, and fatigue. Anyone can become infected with a bacterial infection. But, people with a weak immune system or taking immunosuppressive medicine are more prone to bacterial infection.

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