What medicine is effective for cystitis?
Cystitis is a common urinary system disease, mainly characterized by symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and painful urination. Recently, there has been a lot of discussion on the Internet about the treatment of cystitis, especially the selection of drugs for different causes (such as bacterial and interstitial cystitis). This article will combine the hot topics and hot content in the past 10 days to sort out the drug recommendations and precautions for treating cystitis.
1. Common causes and symptoms of cystitis
Cystitis is usually caused by a bacterial infection, but it can also be caused by non-infectious factors (eg, chemical irritation, low immunity). The following are common symptoms:
| Symptom type | Specific performance |
|---|---|
| Frequent urination | The frequency of urination is significantly increased, but the urine output is small |
| Urgency to urinate | Sudden strong desire to urinate |
| Dysuria | Burning or stinging when urinating |
| Hematuria | Urine is light red or blood streaks are visible to the naked eye |
2. Recommended commonly used drugs for cystitis
According to recent discussions and medical guidelines on the Internet, the following drugs are widely recommended for the treatment of cystitis:
| drug type | Representative medicine | Applicable situations | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| antibiotics | Levofloxacin, cefixime, fosfomycin | bacterial cystitis | It needs to be taken according to the course of treatment to avoid drug resistance. |
| Chinese patent medicine | Sanjin tablets, Relinqing granules | Mild or adjuvant treatment | It needs to be used according to syndrome differentiation and should be used with caution by pregnant women. |
| Antispasmodics | flavopiperate | Relieve urinary urgency and painful urination | Not suitable for patients with glaucoma |
| Botanicals | cranberry extract | Prevent recurrence | Need to be taken for a long time |
3. Medication selection for different groups of people
1.average adult: The preferred antibiotic (such as levofloxacin), the course of treatment is usually 3-7 days.
2.pregnant woman: It is necessary to choose drugs with high safety (such as cephalosporin antibiotics) and avoid using quinolones.
3.children: It is recommended to use amoxicillin or cefaclor, and the dosage needs to be adjusted according to body weight.
4.elderly: Pay attention to drug interactions and give priority to drugs with less nephrotoxicity such as fosfomycin.
4. Recent hot treatment discussions
1.Cranberry product controversy: Recent studies have pointed out that cranberry has limited effect on preventing the recurrence of cystitis, but it is still used as an auxiliary method by many patients.
2.Antibiotic resistance problem: The whole Internet is talking about the rise of bacterial resistance, and patients are reminded to avoid overusing antibiotics on their own.
3.New perspectives on traditional Chinese medicine treatment: Some Chinese medicine experts recommend the method of “clearing away heat and removing dampness”, combined with acupuncture to improve symptoms.
5. Medication precautions
1. Use medication after diagnosis to avoid confusing cystitis with other urinary diseases.
2. After completing the entire course of treatment, do not stop taking the medication without permission even if the symptoms disappear.
3. Drink more water (more than 2000ml per day) during medication to promote the discharge of bacteria.
4. If there is no improvement after taking the medicine for 3 days, a follow-up visit is required to adjust the plan in time.
6. Lifestyle suggestions to prevent cystitis
| Precautions | Specific methods |
|---|---|
| personal hygiene | Women should wipe from front to back after defecation to avoid bacterial contamination of the urethra |
| Drinking habits | Drink water evenly and avoid holding urine for a long time |
| sexual hygiene | Urinate promptly afterwards and flush the urethra |
| Enhance immunity | Regular work and rest, supplement vitamin C |
Summary: The treatment of cystitis requires drug selection based on the cause and individual circumstances. Antibiotics are still the first choice for bacterial cystitis, but they need to be used in a standardized manner. Based on recent hot discussions, it is recommended that patients take medication under the guidance of a doctor and pay attention to preventive measures to reduce recurrence.
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