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Switching antibiotics?

I'm on Bactrim for a UTI. The last pill I took was today and 9am. I need to switch to Monurol. When can I start the Monurol after 12 hours from the 9am dose? Also, can you take Azo when on Bactrim or on Monurol?

Female | 66 years old
Complaint duration: 5 days
Medications: Inderal 10 mg, vitamins
Conditions: recurrent utis,

4 Answers

Unless you still have symptoms. Consult with your primary for possible urine culture.
Wait 12 hours before taking your next antibiotic. You may take Azo when on antibiotics but it may not be necessary. Discuss any concerns with your prescribing physician.
You can Azo with either. Did you get a urine culture before the antibiotics? That would identify the urinalysis bacteria. Check with your Doctor if not better soon
You should be able to start another antibiotic the day after finishing the