Baktrim Forte is a combination of two active substances (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) which together inhibit the metabolism of the bacterium, thereby exerting a bactericidal effect.
Baktrim Forte tablets are used in adults, adolescents and children aged 6 years and over.
Baktrim Forte is mainly used for various infections of the urinary tract and prostate and also following deterioration of chronic respiratory infection. Other infections (such as dysentery, typhoid and paratyphoid fever) can also be treated with Baktrim Forte.
Baktrim Forte is additionally used in the prevention and treatment of infections caused by Pneumocystis jirovecii, especially in patients with a weakened immune system.