Tag: Pcp prophylaxis

For patients on high-dose or long-term steroid therapy, the risk of developing *Pneumocystis jirovecii* pneumonia (PCP) is significantly increased. This is the primary medical reason to **take Bactrim with prednisone**, as Bactrim acts as a crucial preventative measure against this opportunistic infection.

Known commercially as Bactrim or Septra when combined with trimethoprim, sulfamethoxazole is a potent antibiotic used to treat and prevent a wide array of bacterial infections. Its utility spans from common issues like urinary tract infections to serious conditions such as Pneumocystis Jiroveci Pneumonia (PCP).