Procainamide injection and Septra

In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.

Using procainamide together with trimethoprim may increase the effects of procainamide. Contact your doctor if you experience tiredness, dizziness, fainting, confusion, tremor, difficulty breathing, and an irregular heartbeat. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

MONITOR: Trimethoprim may decrease the renal secretion of procainamide. Serum procainamide levels may be increased.

MANAGEMENT: Serum procainamide and NAPA levels should be checked during therapy, and procainamide dosage should be decreased, if necessary. Patients should be advised to promptly notify their physician if they experience drowsiness, dizziness, syncope, confusion, tremor, or palpitations.

Procainamide injection

Generic Name: procainamide

Brand name: Pronestyl, Procan SR, Pronestyl-SR, Procanbid

Synonyms: Procainamide (injection), Procainamide

What is Procainamide injection?

Septra

Generic Name: sulfamethoxazole / trimethoprim

Brand name: Septra, Septra DS, Bactrim, Bactrim DS, Bactrim IV, Septra IV, SMZ-TMP DS, Sulfatrim Pediatric, Sulfatrim, Bethaprim, Cotrim, Uroplus, Uroplus DS, Cotrim DS, Bactrim Pediatric, Bethaprim Pediatric, Sulfatrim Suspension, Cotrim Pediatric

Synonyms: n.a.

What is Septra?