Suggest Treatment For UTI

Posted on Wed, 30 Aug 2017

Question: Hello Doctor-
I was diagnosed UTI on Friday-July 28 with the following
symptoms:
Fever with chills(101.7)
Flu-like symptoms: Body Ache,Weakness,Muscle Ache
Sour throat
Headache

The urine culture identified E Coli bacteria.

My doctor prescribed me an antibiotic called - Amoxicillin and

Clavulanate Potassium Tablet (875 mg/125 mg). I'm supposed to

take the medicine 2 times a day for 10 days.
I started taking antibiotic on Monday (7/31/17) night.

I'm feeling better with the antibiotic, but I have been having

low blood pressure for last 10 days.

I'm on a blood pressure medication for past 10 years and have

been taking the medicince regularaly (Losartan/ hydrochlorothiazide 50/12.5). I have stopped taking BP medication for last 10 days due to the low-BP (Below 120/80).

1)I'm wondering that why my BP is low after getting infection?

2)Should I start my regular BP medicine even though BP is below 120/80 without medice?

3)What could be possible cause of sudden drop in BP for last 10 days?

Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Increased urination can cause low bp.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post, it seems that increased micturition as a result of Urinary Tract Infection can cause fall in blood pressure.
I would suggest that you should monitor your daily blood pressure and take medicine after discussing with your treating doctor.
I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Regards. Thanks.

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