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What Causes Mouth Dryness While On Trimethoprim?

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Question : this is the secon day i .need to pas water find that i cannot ,i have been drinking plenty of water
was at my gp yesrerday she gave me antibiotics,trimethoprim,
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (-4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Continue with the treatment!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about this mouth dryness. This is a recognized side effect of trimethoprim and will subside as treatment goes on. Continue drinking much water and stick to the prescribed drug. All will soon be good.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.
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What Causes Mouth Dryness While On Trimethoprim?

Brief Answer: Continue with the treatment! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about this mouth dryness. This is a recognized side effect of trimethoprim and will subside as treatment goes on. Continue drinking much water and stick to the prescribed drug. All will soon be good. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Above all, thanks for using our services.