Medication
Once a kidney infection has been diagnosed, a medical professional will most likely prescribe some antibiotics to start up treatment. Most kidney infections are caused by bacteria and so antibiotics are always very effective for getting an infection under control.
Oral antibiotics are usually prescribed and they are often taken twice a day for about 10-14 days. [2] You might begin to feel much better after a few days of treatment but you must stick to the treatment regimen until you have taken the entire course of antibiotics. Stopping treatments halfway is a major cause of recurrence and antibiotics resistance in many patients.
In severe cases, the patient is admitted and antibiotics administered intravenously to clear the infection.
Effective Home Remedies
There are several popular home remedies or supportive treatments that can be used while receiving medical treatments for a kidney infection. These treatments hasten the recovery process and may also help to prevent future recurrence of urinary tract infections.
It is important to seek the advice of your medical doctor before using any of these complementary treatments. Some of these home remedies include;