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Should I be worried about my 4-month-old baby's kidneys if their urine test showed protein and signs of infection, and they are currently taking the antibiotic Taxim O for a urinary tract infection (UTI) while we wait for the final lab results?

Asked by Male, 1 · 20 days ago

During a active urinary tract infection (UTI), it is very common to see temporary protein and signs of inflammation in the urine. This is typically a reaction to the infection itself and does not mean your baby has permanent kidney damage. Taxim O (cefixime) is an effective antibiotic that works well to clear the infection and protect the kidneys from harm. Starting it now is the correct and safest step while waiting for the final culture results. Once the results are ready, your pediatrician will confirm the best treatment plan.
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Should I be worried about my 4-month-old baby's kidneys if their urine test showed protein and signs of infection, and they are currently taking the antibiotic Taxim O for a urinary tract infection (UTI) while we wait for the final lab results?

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