Quiz: New Treatments for Urinary Tract Infections

Treating asymptomatic bacteriuria (the presence of bacteria in urine without symptoms) can lead to the development of resistant bacteria, making future UTIs harder to treat. Therefore, such cases should be monitored but not routinely medicated.

Blujepa (gepotidacin) is a newly FDA-approved drug in a new class called triazaacenaphthylenes. It works by targeting bacterial enzymes and disrupting DNA replication, especially in bacteria like E. coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae.

Orlynvah may worsen gout, which is associated with uric acid kidney stones, and should be avoided by patients with this condition. It also interacts negatively with the pain medication Toradol.

Urinating after sex helps flush out bacteria that may have entered the urethra, reducing the chance of infection. Other prevention strategies include staying hydrated, avoiding tight or non-breathable underwear and consuming probiotics.