Recurrent UTI in Nonpregnant Women ≥ 3 UTIs/year
NHSL Antimicrobial Guidelines
Warning
Recurrent UTI in nonpregnant Women ≥ 3 UTIs/year
SAPG: Management of recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI) in non-pregnant women
First Line: Advise simple measures, incl. hydration & analgesia. Cranberry products work for some women, but good evidence is lacking.
Second Line: Standby or post-coital antibiotics.
Third Line: Antibiotic prophylaxis.
Drug details
Drug
First Line:
If recent culture sensitive Trimethoprim
Dosage
100mg
Duration
Post coital stat dose (off-label)
Prophylaxis OD at night review at 3-6 months.
Drug
Or
Nitrofurantoin
Dosage
100mg
Duration
Post coital stat dose (off-label)
Prophylaxis OD at night review at 3-6 months.