urinary tract
Last reviewed 01/2018
- acute pyelonephritis
- broad-spectrum cephalosporin or a quinolone (although quinolones are contraindicated in pregnancy)
- acute
prostatitis
- a quinalone or trimethoprim - treat for 4/52
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'Lower' UTI
- trimethoprim or cephalosporin or nitrofurantoin
- trimethoprim should be avoided during the first trimester because theoretical teratogenic risk
- nitrofurantoin may produce neonatal haemolysis if used at term. BNF states risk if used during third trimester
- a short-course is generally adequate (e.g.3 days) for an uncomplicated UTI in women
- trimethoprim or cephalosporin or nitrofurantoin
Consult local microbiology advice for up-to-date guidance before definitive treatment.