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Urinary tract infection - children - Management
What issues should I consider before prescribing trimethoprim?
- Trimethoprim is available as a sugar-free suspension (50 mg/5 mL) or tablets (100 and 200 mg), and is licensed for children 6 weeks of age or older.
- Trimethoprim is suitable for most children:
- Trimethoprim may accumulate in the body of children with renal impairment. Use a different antibiotic or seek specialist advice about reducing the dose.
- Trimethoprim has the potential to interact with several drugs, including amiodarone, phenytoin, and ciclosporin. If the child is receiving one of these drugs for a chronic condition, it is advisable to use an alternative antibiotic.
[BNF 54, 2007]
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