Title: Primsol (trimethoprim): UTI Antibiotic Side Effects & Dosage
Headings: Primsol (trimethoprim)
Primsol (trimethoprim)
What is Primsol (trimethoprim) and how does it work?
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Is Primsol (trimethoprim) available as a generic drug?
Do I need a prescription for Primsol (trimethoprim)?
What are the uses for Primsol (trimethoprim)?
What are the side effects of Primsol (trimethoprim)?
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Content: Is Primsol (trimethoprim) available as a generic drug? Yes
Do I need a prescription for Primsol (trimethoprim)? Yes
What are the uses for Primsol (trimethoprim)? Primsol is used for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections ( UTI) due to susceptible bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Enterobacter species, and coagulase-negative Staphylococcus species, including S. saprophyticus. What are the side effects of Primsol (trimethoprim)? The most common side effects associated with Primsol involve the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, such as: Loss of appetite
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Abnormal taste
Swelling of the tongue
Other important side effects are: Skin rash
Itching
Rarely, the skin rash can progress to peeling or blistering. Some patients have photosensitivity reactions, that is, they develop skin rashes on parts of their body that are exposed to the sun. Serious side effects include: