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Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim (generic for Bactrim)

  • What is sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim?
    Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim is an antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including pneumonia, UTIs (urinary tract infections), middle ear infections (otitis media), bronchitis, traveler's diarrhea, and shigellosis (bacillary dysentery). It is a combination medication composed of two antibiotics: sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. This medication works by preventing bacteria from reproducing, allowing the body's defense system to fight the infection.

    Sulfamethoxazole trimethoprim is available under the brand names Bactrim, Septra, and Sulfatrim. It comes in the form of a tablet and a suspension to take by mouth.

    Talk to your health care provider about whether or not sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim is right for you.

  • What are the common side effects of sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim?
    Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim has been shown to cause some side effects. Talk to your health care provider if these adverse reactions do not go away within a few days.

  • Common side effects reported from sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim use include:

    ·Nausea
    ·Vomiting
    ·Loss of appetite


This is not a complete list of all possible side effects caused by sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim.

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Frequently asked questions about sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim

If deemed clinically appropriate, telehealth providers can write a prescription for sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim to be picked up near you – often within the same day! Simply talk to a clinician and get your online doctor prescription or refill ordered right away for fast and convenient pickup from a pharmacy of your choice.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your healthcare provider.

Sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim is currently only available via prescription. This means the use of this drug must be authorized by a licensed healthcare provider.

If you're looking for a prescription, book a telehealth appointment to talk to a provider who can write a new prescription or refill an existing prescription. Depending on the medication, you can arrange for same-day pickup at a pharmacy near you.

Note that all prescriptions are at the discretion of your healthcare provider. Providers on Sesame cannot prescribe controlled substances.

Yes, Sesame makes it easier than ever to get a new prescription or refill an existing prescription online. To discuss a new online prescription or refill, book a video visit with a doctor or nurse on Sesame to discuss a new online prescription or refill. Clinicians on Sesame can prescribe drugs that help treat infections, allergies, high blood pressure, and more.

Note that providers on Sesame cannot prescribe controlled substances.

Sesame video prescription refill appointments are available 24/7 in all 50 states and can be used whenever you need to talk to a health care provider about a prescription refill.

Online prescription refills are up to the discretion of your provider. If you’re a new patient, most providers will write a prescription for 30 days and may want to schedule a follow-up appointment to ensure that the medication is effective. If you’re a returning patient, your provider may prescribe for a longer period of time.

Prescriptions and prescription refills on Sesame are exclusively cash-pay. We do not accept insurance for the provider appointment or the medication. If a clinician sends your prescription to your local pharmacy, you can pick it up and pay with a method of your choice, including your FSA or HSA card, prescription card, cash, credit, and more.

Most insurance plans do not require prior authorization for medication coverage. When you go to the pharmacy to pick up your prescription, the pharmacist can use the insurance information they have on file, or you can give them your insurance information for coverage.

Health insurance plans publish a formulary for the drugs covered by the plan and the corresponding drug and copay prices. Check with your insurance provider to find out what drugs require authorization and the specific coverage information regarding the medication you’ve been prescribed.

For patients who book a weight management service through Sesame’s online weight loss management program, providers can assist with prior insurance authorization requests for your medication. For more information, visit our video weight loss program page.

It is helpful to have proof of a prior prescription before your refill visit. Depending on the medication, some Sesame providers may require proof of a prior prescription before refilling it. Your provider may ask to see a picture of an old pill bottle or check for previous prescriptions from another Sesame provider. In some instances, your Sesame provider may also be able to access a national pharmacy system to see prescriptions from non-Sesame providers.
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