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Can cotrim (trimethoprim sulfamethoxazole) forte ratiopharm treat a urinary tract infection?

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Dr. George Klauber answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

Yes if bacteria are: Sensitive to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxizole, same as Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) septra or sulfatrim.

Answered 6/24/2014

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