Treats different types of infections.Belongs to a class of drugs called sulfonamides or sulfa drugs
Brand Names:
Gantrisin Pediatric, Truxazole
Contraindications:
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to sulfisoxazole or other sulfa drugs, such as Gantanol® or Bactrim®
Uses:
Tablet, Liquid
Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to take and how often.
Take with a full glass of water.
Shake the oral liquid before each use.
Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.
The medicine may be taken with food to lessen stomach upset.
Continue to take the medicine until it is all gone (or until your doctor tells you to stop). Your infection might come back if you stop taking the medicine too soon.
If a dose is missed:
If you take 2 doses a day, take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, take the missed dose and wait 5 to 6 hours for your next dose.
If you take 3 or more doses a day, take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, space the missed dose and the next dose 2 to 4 hours apart.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
Storage:
Store at room temperature, away form heat, direct light or moisture. Store the oral liquid in the refrigerator.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Special precautions:
Before taking, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any medications. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. tell your doctor if you have or have ever had heart failure or liver disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking, call your doctor
Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking blood thinners such as Coumadin®, diabetes medicine such as glipizide or glyburide, or methotrexate (Rheumatrex®).
Warnings:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
Make sure your doctor knows if you have liver or kidney disease, anemia, or any other medical problems.
This medicine can cause your skin to be more sensitive to sunlight. Avoid being exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time and protect your skin from the sun when you are outside.
Check with your doctor if your condition does not improve or gets worse while taking this medicine.
Side Effects:
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
