What Medication Is Used to Treat UTI?
Trimethroprim Trimethroprim is an antibiotic that directly interferes with the production of a chemical needed for bacterial cells to make protein. Without the production of protein, the bacterial cells die. Its most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash and itching. All patients do not report these side effects; however, if any side effects occur, these will most likely be the ones experienced. In rare cases, trimethroprim can cause anemia. Those most likely to experience anemia are people suffering malnourishment or alcoholic abuse; geriatric and pregnant patients are also at risk of developing anemia. Anemia clears up after trimethroprim treatment ceases. Amoxicillin Amoxicillin is a member of the penicillin family of antibiotics. Penicillin was the first-discovered antibiotic, and has many derivatives. Amoxicillin does not kill the bacteria directly. It prevents bacterial growth by stopping cellular production of protective cell walls. Without
