Suggest Medication For Urinary Tract Infection

Posted on Sun, 17 Jan 2016

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Question : I can't take antibiotics. Can you suggest other ways of treating my urinary tract infection?

Answered by Dr. Saumya Mittal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Other options

Detailed Answer:
Hi, I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think I can help you.
The best solution for uti remains antibiotics.
However since you are reluctant to take antibiotics I will tell you about other measures.
Please remember that these measures are usually just additional measures.
1 . take a urine alkaliniser like alkasol syrup.
2. plenty of fluids.
3. plenty of cranberry juice.
4. clean laundry.
Avoid spices alcohol .
I have tried to make it as simple as possible. I hope that the information contained in the message will be able to help you find the best solution for your problem. Best of luck. Dr Mittal.

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