Urinary Tract Infection
Medications used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs).
What is a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)?
The urinary system is the body's drainage system for removing wastes and extra water. It includes two kidneys, two ureters, a bladder, and a urethra. A urinary tract infection (UTI) occurs when bacteria enter the urinary system and cause an infection.
Symptoms of a UTI
You may have a UTI if you notice pain or burning when you urinate, fever, tiredness, or shakiness. Other symptoms include an urge to urinate often, pressure in your lower belly, urine that smells bad or looks cloudy or reddish, and pain in your back or side below the ribs.
Who is at Risk?
People of any age or sex can get UTIs, but about four times as many women get UTIs as men. You are also at higher risk if you have diabetes, need a tube to drain your bladder, or have a spinal cord injury.
Why is Treatment Important?
If left untreated, a UTI can lead to more serious health issues. It is important to see your doctor if you think you have a UTI.
How is a UTI Treated?
Your doctor can confirm a UTI with a urine test. Treatment typically involves antibiotics. Lifestyle changes may also help manage symptoms.
When to See a Doctor
If you think you have a UTI, it is important to see your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Medications used to treat Urinary Tract Infection
Several classes of medication treat urinary tract infection. Which is right depends on your health — that is a decision for you and your provider. Compare prices and coupons on any of them:
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Frequently asked questions
What are the common symptoms of a UTI?
Common symptoms include pain or burning when you urinate, fever, tiredness, shakiness, an urge to urinate often, pressure in your lower belly, urine that smells bad or looks cloudy or reddish, and pain in your back or side below the ribs.
Who is more likely to get a UTI?
Women are about four times more likely to get UTIs than men. You are also at higher risk if you have diabetes, need a tube to drain your bladder, or have a spinal cord injury.
How can a UTI be diagnosed?
A doctor can tell if you have a UTI with a urine test.
What is the treatment for a UTI?
Treatment for a UTI typically involves antibiotics.
Why is it important to treat a UTI?
If left untreated, a UTI can lead to more serious health issues.
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- Amikacin Sulfate
- Amoxicillin
- Amoxicillin Pot Clavulanate
- Amoxicillin Pot Clavulanate Er
- Amoxicillin Trihydrate
- Amphotericin B
- Ampicillin
- Ampicillin Sodium
- Aztreonam
- Cefaclor
- Cefaclor Er
- Cefadroxil
- Cefazolin In Sodium Chloride
- Cefazolin Sodium
- Cefepime Hcl
- Cefixime
- Cefotaxime Sodium
- Cefoxitin Sodium
- Cefoxitin Sodium Dextrose
- Cefpodoxime Proxetil
- Ceftazidime
- Ceftriaxone Sodium
- Ceftriaxone Sodium Dextrose
- Ceftriaxone Sodium In Dextrose
- Cefuroxime Axetil
- Cefuroxime Sodium
- Cephalexin
- Ciprofloxacin
- Ciprofloxacin Dexamethasone
- Ciprofloxacin Hcl
- Ciprofloxacin In D5w
- Colistimethate Sodium Cba
- Cycloserine
- Demeclocycline Hcl
- Dicloxacillin Sodium
- Ertapenem Sodium
- Fluconazole
- Fosfomycin Tromethamine
- Gatifloxacin
- Gentamicin Sulfate
- Imipenem Cilastatin
- Levofloxacin
- Levofloxacin In D5w
- Meropenem
- Methenamine
- Methenamine Hippurate
- Methenamine Mandelate
- Methylene Blue
- Moxifloxacin Hcl
- Moxifloxacin Hcl 2x Day
- Moxifloxacin Hcl Bss
- Moxifloxacin Hcl In Nacl
- Nafcillin Sodium
- Nafcillin Sodium In Dextrose
- Nitrofurantoin
- Nitrofurantoin Macrocrystal
- Nitrofurantoin Monohyd Macro
- Ofloxacin
- Oxacillin Sodium
- Oxacillin Sodium In Dextrose
- Penicillin G Pot In Dextrose
- Penicillin G Potassium
- Penicillin G Sodium
- Penicillin V Potassium
- Streptomycin Sulfate
- Sulfadiazine
- Sulfamethoxazole
- Sulfamethoxazole Trimethoprim
- Tobramycin
- Tobramycin Dexamethasone
- Tobramycin Sulfate
- Tobramycin Vancomycin Hcl
- Trimethoprim
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Medication list sourced from RxClass (MED-RT, U.S. National Library of Medicine). Inclusion does not imply a medication is right for you.
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