Will flagyl treat a urinary tract infection?

Question

I know that there are several other antibiotics/antibacterials more commonly used to treat UTIs such as Macrobid and Bactrim. However, I do not have health insurance until August 1st and am trying to avoid doctor fees, and the flagyl is the only antibiotic that I currently have access to. What do you think? Should I go for it? I hate to take antibiotics casually if I don't need them, especially flagyl because it can make you sick, especially if you drink alcohol, but the UTI won't go away and I am quite uncomfortable. BTW, I've been swallowing tons of cranberry pills and water to no avail. This is a persistent one! Thanks in advance!

Answer 1

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flagyl is an antiinflmmatory, therefore it is not specifically for a UTI but you never know. I took flagyl for an inflammed appendix while I was taking cipro. I took the cipro 27 days strait due to (five days UTI treatement) and then the remaining 22 days were for to make sure whatever caused my intestine to close would be taken care of.

Here's a suggestion. Not sure if it will work or not. Go to a health food store (or a store that has a natural food selection) and get raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar.

I use Bragg's myself. It suggests that when you wake up in the morning, then a little later in the morning and then early afternoon, take it according to these direction: one tablespoon of the vinegar (shake it up well because it has sediment on the bottom) with eight ounces of water and if you prefer, one tablespoon of honey for taste.

Also, if it's not to late, drink lots and lots of water.

One other remedy that might work is an herbal supplement called d-mannose. The majority of UTI's are a result of the e.coli bacteria and some reports have said this is a good remedy (as long as your UTI isn't very severe).

Also, consult a pharmacist. They will have lots of valuable answers.

Also, antibiotic means against life i.e. it kills good and bad bacteria.

Probiotic is for life. Keeps all the good flora bacteria in your colon.

Yougurt and kefir has it.

Answer 2

Best advice to give you is to go see your pharmacist. They are very smart and know what every drug treats. Ask them before making any decisions to take flagyl. Also UTI's left untreated can be very dangerous, so as soon as you get your health insurance go see your Dr. asap!! Feel better.

Answer 3

Not sure about the meds except it might be good to spend the extra money and go ahead and get the antibiotics. Go get some AZO. It's cheap. You can pick it up at Walgreens or Walmart. Not the cranberry - the regular/original. It will help with the spasms.

Answer 4

wow I am sorry you are suffering.... man! I hate those.
I took flagyl and it didnt make me sick

anyway, I hope you feel better.
when that happened to me, I was like.... I will take anything... and FAST!!!!!