Aristocort Forte and Cotrim

• Generic Name: triamcinolone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Aristocort, Azmacort, Kenalog-40, Zilretta

Triamcinolone injection is used to treat inflammation (swelling), allergic reactions, certain types of arthritis, gout, skin diseases, and many other medical problems. It is given to patients who are not able to take medicines by the mouth. This medicine is a corticosteroid (cortisone-like medicine or steroid).

This medicine is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Bactrim, Cotrim, Septra, Sulfatrim Pediatric, Bactrim DS, Bactrim IV, Septra IV, SMZ-TMP DS, Sulfatrim, Bethaprim, Uroplus, Uroplus DS, Cotrim DS, Bactrim Pediatric, Bethaprim Pediatric, Sulfatrim Suspension, Cotrim Pediatric, Septra DS

Cotrim is an antibiotic combination containing sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim and it works by killing sensitive bacteria. Both ingredients are antibiotics that treat different types of infection caused by bacteria.

Cotrim is used to treat ear infections, urinary tract infections, bronchitis, traveler's diarrhea, and Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia.

Cotrim may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.