Sometimes referred to under the brand names Monotrim, Minotrim, and Trimogal, Trimethoprim is an antifolate antibiotic which is used to treat a number of bacterial infections, including oral bacterial infections. This is an antibiotic that can be taken twice a day, and does not prevent your patient from drinking alcohol. Additionally, a side effect of Trimethoprim is short-lived skin rashes, which typically cause mild itching and discomfort
Trimethoprim Tablets can be taken during pregnancy, but it is not recommended during the first 12 weeks. Please see product information leaflet for more.
Trimethoprim tablets can cause temporary itching or a mild rash, as well as nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and headaches. This list is not exhaustive and you should always refer to the product information leaflet for full details.