FDA Gives a Green Signal to a New Drug for Uncomplicated UTI

fda approved new drug for UTI

On 24th April 2024, the FDA approves pivmecillinam under the brand name Pivya for treating uncomplicated UTIs in adult women. Uncomplicated urinary tract infections are caused by microorganisms like Staphylococcus saprophyticus, Proteus mirabilis, and Escherichia coli. The UTI infections caused by the above-mentioned bacteria are more common than others and affect almost 50% of women … Read more