Zarbee's Cough Syrup Plus Mucus With Septra Interaction

Brandi asked

Can my daughter who is right months take Zarbee's cough and mucus with sulfamethoxazole; trimethoprim?

Answer

There are no known interactions between Zarbee's Cough Syrup Plus Mucus and sulfamethoxazole; trimethoprim (brand names Septra, Bactrim, and Sulfatrim). They are considered safe to take together.

Below is some additional information on both products.

About Zarbee's Cough Syrup Plus Mucus

Zarbee's Cough Syrup Plus Mucus is available in different formulations for adults, children, and infants. The adult formula contains:

• Dark honey
• English Ivy leaf
• Thyme
• Vitamins C + D
• Zinc
• Grapefruit seed extract
• Marshmallow root

The infant's formula contains:

• Organic ivy syrup
• English ivy leaf

The children's formula contains:

• Dark honey
• English Ivy leaf
• Vitamin C
• Zinc
• Grapefruit seed extract

None of the ingredients in any of the Zarbee's Cough Syrup Plus Mucus products are known to interact with sulfamethoxazole; trimethoprim products.

About Sulfamethoxazole; Trimethoprim

Sulfamethoxazole; trimethoprim (also known as co-trimoxazole or TMP-SMX) is a combination antibiotic that contains two active ingredients:

• Trimethoprim
• Sulfamethoxazole

Both trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole are effective as single agents but are more often used in combination as they work to inhibit successive steps in bacterial reproduction.

The combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim is available as a variety of brand names, including:

• Bactrim
• Bactrim DS
• Septra
• Septra DS
• Sulfatrim

The combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim is used to treat a variety of bacterial infections including:

• Pneumonia
• Cystitis
• Bronchitis
• Ear infections
• Urinary tract infections

Sulfamethoxazole; trimethoprim is typically dosed one to two times daily and can be taken without regard to meals but food, water, or milk may minimize stomach irritation.