PATHOLOGY MCQ
URINARY SYSTEM
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Question
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What classification of drug would be used to treat bacterial infections of the urinary tract?
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antispasmodics
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diuretics
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antibiotics
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potassium supplements
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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: -Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) or levofloxacin (Levaquin) These types of antibiotics work slightly better than amoxicillin/potassium clavulanate, cefdinir, and cephalexin. But the risk of serious side effects is higher. Healthcare providers usually save these antibiotics for more complicated or severe types of UTIs.
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