Question 1

what are the best medicines for chronic suppression for utis?

Accepted Answer

Septra, (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) norfloxacin: Trimethoprim/sulfa (septra (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) or bactrim), norfloxacin, and Nitrofurantoin (macrobid) given in low dose each night before bed are the usual antibiotics used for frequently recurrent uti's.  I do not prescribe Nitrofurantoin because of its potentially serious toxicities.

Question 2

what medicines are best for a uti?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: The most recommended drug varies for individual STIs and is always administered at right time in right way. So, there is no one as the best for all, but for individual one. Therefore, ask Doc timely for specific condition. Best wisher to your health, happiness, and success in life.

Question 3

which medicine is taken to treat uti?

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UTI: Antibiotics, depending on results of urine culture/sensitivity test.

Question 4

whats the best drug for treating a uti?

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Depends.: This usually requires treatment with an antibiotic.  If you are having symptoms of burning, pain with urination, increased frequency of urination, you likely have an infection and should seek medical attention for proper treatment.  Different antibiotics are used depending on the bacteria causing the infection.

Question 5

is amox tr-k clv a good medicine for a uti?

Accepted Answer

Sort of: Amoxicillin - clavulanate is a not unreasonable  antimicrobial for a uti.

Question 6

what over-the-counter drugs can someone take for a uti?

Accepted Answer

Not much: Uti is a bacteridl infection requiring prescription strenth antibiotics. Cranberry juice cn sometimes help prevent but once you have an infection most likely you would need antibiotics.

Question 7

which drug is preferable in treating a catheter-related uti?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Do you mean the catheter is still in or after its removal? If after its removal, is it removed after short- or long-term catheter (

Question 8

i'm taking flagle for a uti, could the medicine make my urine a brownish color?

Accepted Answer

Don't think so: Dark urine is usually a sign that you are not taking in enough water - but could also be microscopic blood. Best to check with the doc that gave you the Flagyl for a repeat urine check.

Good luck!

Question 9

is it a good idea to use the same type of drug daily to supress uti as to treat it?

Accepted Answer

No: Talk to your doctor about creating an antibiotic rotation to avoid resistance.

Question 10

is it dangerous to take medicine for an uti if i'm not sure i have one? i have symptoms but i just need it to go away

Accepted Answer

You need guidance: If you have symptoms with urination then it's possible that you have a UTI or something called urethritis. This should definitely be checked out by a doctor, because there is the risk it could worsen and affect other parts of the body. There are simple tests that can be done to determine the cause -and only then will treatment best be targeted to eradicate the symptoms and cure the disease. See MD

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