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How much does Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim cost without insurance?

The average retail cost of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim is $22.16 for 14, 800-160mg tablets. However, the price can vary depending on the dosage and quantity prescribed, among other factors. You may want to compare prescription prices without insurance at local pharmacies. With a SingleCare card or coupon, you may be able to pay a reduced retail price at participating pharmacies. 

How much does Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim cost with insurance?

Copay and coinsurance amounts for Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim will depend on your insurance plan. The cost of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim may also depend on the quantity, dosage form, and strength prescribed. Check with your insurance plan’s formulary or contact your insurance company directly to determine your cost with insurance coverage. You can also contact your pharmacist who can calculate your out-of-pocket costs with insurance. 

Does Medicare cover Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim and how much does it cost?

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim is typically covered by Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage prescription drug plans. You may be responsible for a copay or coinsurance amount. If you’ve not met your deductible, you may have to pay the full cash price of your prescription medication. If you are not covered by Medicare, a SingleCare Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim coupon could lower the retail cost of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim.

What is the brand name of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim?

Brand names of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim include Bactrim and Septra. Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim is a generic drug produced by various pharmaceutical manufacturers such as Amneal Pharmaceuticals and Aurobindo Pharma. 

What is Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim?

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim is a combination antibiotic used to treat certain bacterial infections, including urinary tract infections, middle ear infections, E. coli infections (traveler's diarrhea), bronchitis, pneumocystis pneumonia, and intestinal infections caused by Shigella bacteria (shigellosis). It may also be used to prevent bacterial infections, especially in people with HIV who are immunodeficient. 

Sulfamethoxazole belongs to a class of broad-spectrum antibiotics called sulfa drugs that prevent bacteria from making dihydrofolic acid. Trimethoprim is an antifolate agent that prevents bacteria from making tetrahydrofolic acid. By interrupting the production of folic acid, Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim stops DNA and protein production necessary for bacterial growth.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim is usually taken orally as a tablet or oral suspension. It is available in regular-strength tablets that contain 400 mg of sulfamethoxazole and 80 mg of trimethoprim. It is also available as a double-strength tablet containing 800 mg of sulfamethoxazole and 160 mg of trimethoprim. For patients who are unable to take Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim orally, it can be administered as an injection.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim is not used to treat fungal or viral infections. 

What are the side effects of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim?

The most common side effects of Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim are nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Allergic skin reactions are also common and include hives and rashes.

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim can cause severe but rare side effects: anemia (low red blood cell counts), hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), and severe allergic reactions, which include severe skin reactions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis and Stevens-Johnson syndrome. Seek medical help immediately if you experience symptoms or signs of an allergic reaction, such as rash, swelling of the throat or face, and trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of potential side effects that may occur. Consult your doctor or healthcare professional for additional information and medical advice regarding other possible side effects or drug interactions.