Trimethoprim

Trimethoprim is an effective medication for both killing bacteria commonly associated with cystitis and other urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Taking Trimethoprim twice a day over a three day period can provide fast and effective relief from the symptoms of cystitis in women.

This is a generic medicine. The brand you receive may not be the one pictured.

About Generic Medicine

Generic drugs are copies of brand-name drugs that have exactly the same dosage, intended use, effects, side effects, route of administration, risks, safety, and strength as the original drug. The European Medicines Agency and the MHRA in the UK are responsible for ensuring the quality of both generic and branded medication. Purchasing a generic medication from a reputable and fully regulated pharmacist is every bit as safe as a brand-name drug.

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About Trimethoprim

Trimethoprim is an effective antibiotic treatment used for a variety of bacterial infections. Trimethoprim is available in 100mg and 200mg dosages and works to stop the growth of bacteria in the body, allowing your body to fight against the infection.

Although Trimethoprim is a multipurpose medication, it is particularly adept at treating urinary tract infections.

Benefits of Trimethoprim

Trimethoprim is an effective way to clear uncomplicated cystitis infections. This prescription medication is capable of fighting the bacteria behind the infection and easing the symptoms within 24 hours. In most cases, the problem can be completely resolved within three days.

Trimethoprim tablets start to work within just a few hours, helping to eliminate symptoms fast. The medication has been clinically trialled and proven in its effectiveness too, as studies have shown it to be successful in treating UTIs.

Trimethoprim is also known to be highly effective and well tolerated. This means you experience a reduced risk of side effects.

Due to the growing resistance of bacteria to antibiotics, some patients may find that trimethoprim has reduced effectiveness against certain strains of bacteria.

How Trimethoprim works

An imbalance of the natural bacteria in our body often leads to a bacterial infection, and when this occurs around the urinary tract it forms a UTI. If the infection doesn’t dissipate on its own and instead travels through the tract into the bladder, it can cause further damage. This means that it is important to treat a UTI as soon as symptoms appear.

Trimethoprim works by stopping bacteria from producing folate (folic acid, vitamin B). Folate produces DNA to spread the infection further, so controlling the production of folate is important to your recovery. Once the production of folate has been stopped, your body can fight the existing bacteria and get rid of the infection.

Once the spread of the bacteria has been halted, painful symptoms such as abdominal pain and a burning sensation in the urethra will ease quickly.