Yeast are among the few living organisms that do not need oxygen in order to produce energy. This oxygen-independent state is called anaerobic (pronounced a-na-ROE-bik; without oxygen). During such anaerobic conditions, yeast convert carbohydratesâstarches and sugarsâto alcohol and carbon dioxide gas.
Most UTIs can be successfully treated with a course of antibiotics that lasts between 7 and 14 days. Antibiotics for dogs and cats, like Cephalexin or Clavamox, are the most common treatment for UTIs due to their ability to destroy and inhibit the growth of bacteria.
For the treatment of urinary tract infection (UTI). Oral dosage (tablet) Adults and Adolescents. 250 mg PO every 12 hours for 7 to 10 days. The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) recommends beta-lactams used for 3 to 7 days as alternative therapy for cystitis when other agents cannot be used.