[Norfloxacin in the treatment of urinary tract infections]

28 patients with urinary tract infections (UTI) were treated with norfloxacin 2 X 400 mg daily for 9 days. 14 of these patients had complicated UTI (stones, obstruction). The main pathogens were E. coli and Proteus mirabilis. On the third day of treatment all bacteria were eradicated. One week after therapy all patients with uncomplicated UTI were cured and, likewise, 9 of 14 with complicated UTI. There was no laboratory evidence of adverse effects. 6 patients reported only mild side effects such as epigastric pain, dizziness and pruritus, which did not necessitate discontinuation of norfloxacin. Norfloxacin appears to be safe and effective in the treatment of UTI.