Urinary Tract Infection Flashcards
1
Q
Symptoms of UTI
A
- dysuria (pain while urination)
- increased frequency or urgency of urination
- general tiredness
2
Q
Non-pharm advice to prevent UTI
A
- drinking plenty of water
- drinking cranberry juice
- urinating immediately when there is an urge
3
Q
Possible Treatment for UTI
A
- Nitrofurantoin
- amoxicillin-clauvanate
- ciprofloxacin
- cephalexin
- cefuroxime
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4
Q
Nitrofurantoin dosing and duration
A
100mg q12h for 5 days
5
Q
Amoxicillin-clavulanate dosing and duration
A
625mg q8h for 7 days
6
Q
ciprofloxacin dosing and duration for women and men
A
500mg q12h for 3 days (women) and 7 days (men)
7
Q
cephalexin dosing and duration
A
500mg q6h for 3 days
8
Q
cefuroxime dosing and duration
A
500mg q12h for 3 days
9
Q
What drug to give if local resistance of E.coli is less than 20%
A
co-trimoxazole
10
Q
co-trimoxazole dosing and duration for women and men
A
160/800 mg q12h for 3 days (women) and 7 days (men)
