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Urinary Tract Infections in Children »
What is a urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A urinary tract infection is an infection of the bladder (cystitis) or kidney(s) (pyelonephritis). Cystitis is considerably more common than the more severe and more serious pyelonephritis.
What causes urinary tract infections in children?
Bacteria cause the large majority of urinary tract infections in children. Viral infection of the bladder is less common, while fungal infections of the urinary tract are rare and occur most commonly in immunocompromised individuals (for example, those with HIV/AIDS, chemotherapy recipients).
What are symptoms and signs of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children?
Characteristic symptoms of a urinary tract infection include pain with urination (dysuria), urinary frequency (needing to urinate frequently) and urgency (feeling a compelling urge to urinate) and loss of previously established urinary control (for...
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Monurol Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Monurol (fosfomycin tromethamine) sachet is used to treat bladder infections. It is an antibiotic. Common side effects include diarrhea, nausea, stomach upset, headache, or dizziness.
Monurol is usually given in only one dose. The recommended dosage of Monurol for women 18 years of age and older for uncomplicated urinary tract infection (acute cystitis) is one sachet, dissolved in water and taken orally. Monurol may interact with metoclopramide (Reglan). Other drugs may affect Monurol. Tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medications and supplements you use. During pregnancy, Monurol should be used only when prescribed. It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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Monurol Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
MONUROL is indicated only for the treatment of uncomplicated urinary tract infections (acute cystitis) in women due to susceptible strains of Escherichia coli and Enterococcus faecalis. MONUROL is not indicated for the treatment of pyelonephritis or perinephric abscess.
If persistence or reappearance of bacteriuria occurs after treatment with MONUROL, other therapeutic agents should be selected. (See PRECAUTIONS and Clinical Studies section)
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What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Monurol Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Less serious side effects may be more likely to occur, such as:
- diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain or upset;
- headache;
- dizziness;
- weakness;
- stuffy nose, sore throat;
- menstrual pain;
- back pain; or
- vaginal itching or discharge.
Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any s...
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Monurol Consumer Information: Uses
This medication is an antibiotic used to treat bladder infections (e.g., acute cystitis or lower urinary tract infections) in women. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.
Fosfomycin should not be used to treat infections outside the bladder (e.g., kidney infections such as pyelonephritis or perinephric abscesses).
This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections (e.g., common cold, flu). Unnecessary use or misuse of any antibiotic can lead to its decreased effectiveness.
HOW TO USE: Use 1 packet (s...
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