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Antibiotic-sparing agents for uncomplicated cystitis: uva-ursi and ibuprofen not ready for primetime.

Authors :
Datta, R.
Juthani-Mehta, M.
Source :
Clinical Microbiology & Infection. Aug2019, Vol. 25 Issue 8, p922-924. 3p.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

The article talks about the importance of antibiotic-sparing agents in treating urinary tract infections, underscored by rapidly growing antibiotic resistance globally. Topics discussed include one of the most common indications for antibiotic prescriptions being uncomplicated cystitis in women without structural abnormalities, urinary instrumentation or immunocompromised states.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1198743X
Volume :
25
Issue :
8
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Clinical Microbiology & Infection
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
137249649
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cmi.2019.04.022