Description
Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection
It is an antibiotic used to treat urinary tract infections. It works by killing the bacteria that cause the infection. Trimethoprim is available as a tablet and the usual dose is one tablet twice a day for 7 days. Trimethoprim for Urinary Tract Infection is commonly used a first line treatment.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are infections of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. UTIs are caused by bacteria, and most often occur when bacteria from the anus or vagina enter the urethra and travel to the bladder or kidneys. Symptoms of a UTI include a strong urge to urinate, burning during urination, cloudy or bloody urine, and pelvic pain. If left untreated, a UTI can cause serious kidney damage.
