Urinary Tract Infections Flashcards
1
Q
What is the treatment of choice for a uncomplicated UTI with E. coli
A
-TMP- SMX for 3 days
or
-Fosfomycin (one dose)
or
Nitrofurantoin 5 days
2
Q
What is the treatment of choice for a suspected pyelonephritis or complicated UTI
A
Ciprofloxacin, 3 days
3
Q
Prostatitis treatment
A
TMP-SMX for 4-6 weeks
4
Q
Phenazopyridine HCI
A
- red-orange discoloration of body fluids
- may or may not be helpful with dysuria
5
Q
What is the recommended treatment for a pregnant patient with no symptoms and significant bacteriuria
A
Cephalexin or Amoxicillin or Augmentin
***7 day treatment