Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet

Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet is a prescription antibiotic tablet that contains sulfamethoxazole 800 mg and trimethoprim 160 mg in each tablet. It belongs to the sulfonamide antibiotic combination class and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or flu. Doctors may prescribe Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet for infections that are likely to respond to this combination, including some urinary, respiratory, skin, and intestinal infections.

How it works: Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim work together to block two steps bacteria need to make folate, a nutrient they use to grow and multiply. In the tablet form of Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet, this dual action helps stop susceptible bacteria from spreading so your body can clear the infection.

Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet is a higher-strength tablet and is not the same as lower-dose sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim products. Because each tablet already contains 800 mg/160 mg, it may be chosen when a doctor wants a full-strength adult tablet for an appropriate infection and patient. This strength is typically used for people who have been medically assessed and need this specific dose, rather than for routine self-treatment.

• Urinary tract infections
• Certain respiratory tract infections
• Some skin and soft tissue infections
• Traveler’s diarrhea caused by susceptible bacteria
• Other infections your doctor confirms are treatable with this combination

• Swallow each Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take the tablet exactly as prescribed and at evenly spaced times.
• You may take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• Drink plenty of fluids during treatment unless your doctor tells you to limit fluids.
• Finish the full prescribed course, even if you start feeling better early.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor specifically tells you to.

Each Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet provides 800 mg of sulfamethoxazole and 160 mg of trimethoprim. Depending on the infection, it may be taken once or twice daily, but the exact schedule and total duration are decided by your doctor. Do not exceed the prescribed number of tablets per day; the right dose depends on the infection being treated, kidney function, and other patient factors.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Sulfamethoxazole + Trimethoprim may include:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Mild diarrhea
• Headache
• Skin rash or itching
• Dizziness

• Do not use if you have a sulfonamide allergy or a past severe reaction to trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole.
• This is a higher-strength antibiotic tablet, so the dose should be set by a clinician; do not use leftover tablets for a new illness.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, folate deficiency, or a history of blood disorders.
• Stay well hydrated because this medicine can increase the risk of kidney-related problems, especially at higher or repeated doses.
• It may not be suitable in late pregnancy or for very young infants; your prescriber should review your situation carefully.
• Use caution with driving if you feel dizzy or unwell after taking Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet.
• Avoid alcohol if it worsens stomach upset or dizziness while you are taking this antibiotic.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Methotrexate
• ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and potassium-sparing diuretics such as spironolactone
• Phenytoin
• Certain diabetes medicines that can increase low blood sugar risk

Store Sugaprim S Forte 800 mg/160 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture and excess heat.