UTI treatments Flashcards
1
Q
What is the treatmeant for a uncomplicated lower UTI in a female ?
A
Trimethoprim or Nitrofuratoin (3days)
2
Q
What is the treatment for an uncomplicated lower male UTI ?
A
Trimethoprim or Nitrofuratoin (7days)
3
Q
What is the treatment for complicated/upper UTI’s in the GP setting ?
A
Co-amoxiclav or Co-trimoxazole
4
Q
What is the treatment for complicated/upper UTI’s (by upper this refers also to pylonephritis for all the flashcards)?
A
Amoxicillin and gentamicin IV
5
Q
What is the treatment for a chlamydia infection ?
A
Azithromycin or doxycycline
6
Q
What is the treatment for UTI’s in pregnancy ?
A
- 1st and 2nd trimester - Nitrofuratoin
- 3rd trimester - Trimethoprim
