ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

URINARY SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What classification of drug would be used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract?
A
antispasmodics
B
diuretics
C
antibiotics
D
potassium supplements
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The antimicrobial agents most commonly used to treat uncomplicated urinary tract infections include the combination drug trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole, trimethoprim, -lactams, fluoroquinolones, nitrofurantoin, and fosfomycin tromethamine.

Detailed explanation-2: -The fluoroquinolones, such as ciprofloxacin (Cipro) and levofloxacin (Levaquin) have also been commonly used for simple UTIs; however, FDA safety recommendations strongly suggest that this class be reserved for more serious infections and only be used if other appropriate antibiotics are not an option.

Detailed explanation-3: -Types of Urinary Tract Infections Urethritis: An infection of the urethra, the hollow tube that drains urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. Cystitis: A bacterial infection in the bladder that often has moved up from the urethra.

Detailed explanation-4: -Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole This is considered an effective treatment of UTIs in men. Fluoroquinolones Specifically, Cipro and Levaquin are recommended.

Detailed explanation-5: -Trimethoprim and sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Bactrim DS) Fosfomycin (Monurol) Nitrofurantoin (Macrodantin, Macrobid, Furadantin) Cephalexin. Ceftriaxone. 14-Sept-2022

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