Severe UTI

..pretty much sums it up in a nutshell...
At least it explains why I have felt so crappy lately...

Has anyone else had to take antibiotics while pregnant for a UTI...everything work out fine?

:hug: it's ugly isn't it?
I remember when I was preg with my ds 2 I had one that bad that it felt like I needed to push everytime a little trickle was done and it killed... I would literally dig my nails into my leg from the burning, the pain etc..
I ended up in hossy due to it developing into a kidney infection cause it was so bad it spread quickly, I was on iv antibiotics and after about 2 weeks I was fine, and so was bubs.
I was around 31 weeks then and if I hadn't gone to hossy when I did, I probably would of went into prem labour due to how much I was physically pushing to stop or relieve some of the pain..
Gl Hun hth


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Try drinking cranberry juice. I was told by a doctor that it helps relieve and prevent it. I had a run of them a few years back. If your not a fan of the taste do half juice half lemonade

Yep, I had 2 UTI's in my last pregnancy. Everythin worked out fine :)

Cranberry juice worked for me too, I actually started liking the taste after a while!

they are making me take Macrobid 100mg for 7 days..said it doesnt harm the fetus..Ihope

Thats a catergory B drug. It wont harm the baby in the slightest.

Pheww....thanks..dont know what that means but it makes me feel better :)

Heres some info -

What is Macrobid?
Macrobid (nitrofurantoin) is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.

Macrobid is used to treat urinary tract infections. It works by interfering with various chemical processes in the bacteria, which results in the death of the bacteria.

Macrobid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Important information about Macrobid
You should not take Macrobid if you are allergic to nitrofurantoin, or if you have severe kidney disease, urination problems, or a history of jaundice or liver problems caused by Macrobid. Do not take Macrobid if you are in the last 2 to 4 weeks of pregnancy.

Before you take Macrobid, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, anemia, diabetes, an electrolyte imbalance or vitamin B deficiency, a genetic enzyme deficiency, or any type of debilitating disease.

Take Macrobid with food. Avoid using antacids without your doctor's advice. Use only the type of antacid your doctor recommends. Some antacids can make it harder for your body to absorb Macrobid. Take this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Macrobid will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu. Stop taking this medication and call your doctor at once if you have sudden chest pain, dry cough, or breathing problems.

Before taking Macrobid
You should not take Macrobid if you are allergic to nitrofurantoin, or if you have:

•severe kidney disease;
•a history of jaundice or liver problems caused by taking Macrobid;

•if you are urinating less than usual or not at all; or

•if you are in the last 2 to 4 weeks of pregnancy.

To make sure you can safely take Macrobid, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:

•kidney disease;

•anemia;

•diabetes;

•an electrolyte imbalance or vitamin B deficiency;

•glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency; or

•any type of debilitating disease.

FDA pregnancy category B. Macrobid is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby, unless it is used during the last 2 to 4 weeks of pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.




Category B: These drugs are frequently used during pregnancy and do not appear to cause major birth defects or other problems. Category B includes some antibiotics, acetaminophen (Tylenol), aspartame (artificial sweetener), famotidine (Pepcid), prednisone (cortisone), insulin (for diabetes), and ibuprofin (Advil, Motrin) before the third trimester.

thanks :):)

No worries :)