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Trimethoprim Tablets

Trimethoprim is a well-established and effective antibiotic commonly prescribed in the UK for the treatment of urinary tract infections (UTIs), including cystitis. It belongs to a class of medicines known as anti-infectives and works by selectively targeting and eliminating the bacteria responsible for your infection.
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Trimethoprim Treatment

Product NameTrimethoprim
ManufacturerAccord Healthcare Limited
Active IngredientTrimethoprim
AdministrationOral tablet
PresentationWhite, flat bevelled-edge tablets
Available Strengths200mg / 6 Tablets
Product TypePOM — Prescription Only
DosageFor uncomplicated lower UTI in a non-pregnant adult woman: take ONE tablet (200 mg) twice daily for THREE days.
Suitable for pregnancy?Do not use
Use with alcoholAvoid
Link to Patient Information LeafletTrimethoprim PIL ↗
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Review Date: 2 Jul 2026

Next Review: 1 Jan 2027

Published on: 19 Nov 2025

Last Updated: 3 Jul 2026