Who Can And Cannot Take Trimethoprim

Who can take trimethoprim

Most adults and children can take trimethoprim.

Who may not be able to take trimethoprim

Trimethoprim is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor before starting to take trimethoprim if you:

have ever had an allergic reaction to trimethoprim or any other medicine
have liver or kidney problems
have iron deficiency anaemia or low amounts of folic acid (vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia) in your blood
have porphyria (a rare inherited blood disorder) or any other blood disorder
are trying to get pregnant or are already pregnant

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