Therapy of uncomplicated urinary tract infections

Int Urogynecol J Pelvic Floor Dysfunct. 2002;13(3):190-4. doi: 10.1007/s192-002-8352-0.

Abstract

This article deals with many options in utilizing drugs commonly used in the therapy of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs), their doses and recommended durations of treatment. In addition, it discusses general and specific accompanying measures related to the decrease in prevalence, relapses and recurrences of UTIs, including some of the factors involved in patient adherence or discontinuation of drug regimens.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • 4-Quinolones
  • Anti-Infective Agents / therapeutic use
  • Cephalosporins / therapeutic use
  • Drug Administration Schedule
  • Female
  • Fosfomycin / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Nitrofurantoin / therapeutic use
  • Penicillins / therapeutic use
  • Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination / therapeutic use
  • Urinary Tract Infections / drug therapy*
  • Urinary Tract Infections / microbiology

Substances

  • 4-Quinolones
  • Anti-Infective Agents
  • Cephalosporins
  • Penicillins
  • Fosfomycin
  • Trimethoprim, Sulfamethoxazole Drug Combination
  • Nitrofurantoin