These comments are made for the purpose of discussion and should NOT be used as recommendations for or against therapies or other treatments. An individual patient is always advised to consult their own physician.
Sulfatrim DS
Question: I would like to know if this drug will interfere with my Triphasil 28? Sulfatrim I am currently taking for Bronchitis and I wonder if my birth control pill will still be effective?
Answer: Drug interactioins are a little difficult to predict. Sulfatrim DS is known to increase drug levels of rifampin, dilantin and methotrexate-none of which are in birth control pills. In general, Sulfatrim DS or any of the sulfa drugs are used to treat respiratory and urinary infections. Short courses should not interfere markedly with most drugs except those mentioned above. Longer courses should be discussed with your physician.
