trimethoprim Flashcards
1
Q
mechanism of action
A
inhibits bacterial folic acid synthesis
2
Q
trimethoprim can be given
A
on its own orally or in combination with sulphamethoxazole (oral or IV) as co-trimoxazole
3
Q
trimethoprim is excreted
A
in urine
4
Q
is trimethoprim safe to use in pregnancy
A
only from the 4th month onwards
