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Shigellosis

Shigellosis is a bacterial gut infection caused by Shigella, spread through contaminated food, water or close contact. It brings diarrhoea, fever and stomach cramps, and can hit young children and people with weakened immune systems harder.

Bactrim

Sulfamethoxazole, Trimethoprim

400mg + 80mg · 800mg + 160mg

A sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim combination for urinary tract infections and pneumocystis pneumonia. Each ingredient blocks a different step in the same pathway.

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Key points

  • Antibiotics may be prescribed for severe shigellosis, though many cases resolve with rest and fluids alone.
  • Shigella spreads easily in settings where hygiene is difficult, such as childcare centres and crowded living conditions.

Medicines listed for Shigellosis

The listed product for shigellosis is Bactrim, a combination of Sulfamethoxazole and Trimethoprim. It is an antibiotic tablet in two combination strengths.

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