Doctors usually prescribe antibiotics to manage urinary tract infections (UTIs). The type of antibiotic and length of treatment depend on the type of bacteria in your urine and your health condition. Single isolated urinary tract infection A single isolated urinary tract infection can be treated with an antibiotic. However, it is important to collect a urine sample for culture before antibiotic therapy. Doctors prescribe an antibiotic for three to five days for a simple urinary tract infection. The symptoms of an uncomplicated urinary tract infection disappear within a few days of therapy. Amoxicillin, nitrofurantoin, trimethoprim, or a type of antibiotics called cephalosporins may be used for initial therapy. Sometimes, the treatment regimen is modified based on urine culture, sensitivity testing, and/or clinical response. Some urinary tract infections occur due to bacteria that are resistant to some antibiotics. To eliminate resistant organisms, ciprofloxacin or co-amoxiclav is offered. For patients with bla, a single high dose of amoxicillin or co-trimoxazole is used....