What is another word for sulfamethoxazole?
Pronunciation: [sˈʌlfɐmˌɛθəksˌazə͡ʊl] (IPA) 
Sulfamethoxazole, also known as SMX or SMZ, belongs to the sulfonamide class of antibiotics and is commonly used to treat bacterial infections. There are a few synonyms that can be used instead of sulfamethoxazole, including co-trimoxazole, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and Septra. Co-trimoxazole is a combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim, while trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole refers to a combination of both antibiotics. Septra is the brand name for the combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim. These synonyms are commonly used in medical literature and by healthcare professionals to refer to this antibiotic.
