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Meaning of co-trimoxazole: A drug used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and protozoa.

Definition of co-trimoxazole

A drug used in the treatment of infections caused by bacteria and protozoa. It is a combination of two anti-infection drugs, sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim.

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