Fluids

• When you first experience the symptoms of a bladder infection, drink plenty of water. Water will help you body flush the bacteria out of the bladder. Water should be the main source of fluid until you have completely gotten rid of the infection. You can also drink cranberry juice or orange juice. Both juices make the urine more acidic which will destroy the bacteria that caused the infection. Do not drink caffeinated or carbonated drinks or alcohol as these can make the condition worse.
  
  

Medications

• Your doctor will prescribe an antibiotic to destroy the infection in the bladder. You may begin to feel better a few days after beginning treatment, but it is very important to finish all of the medication that has been prescribed for you. Your physician may also prescribe a medication to help alleviate the pain from the infection. This can help you being to feel better within a few hours.
  
  

Goldenseal

• Goldenseal is an herb from the buttercup family. This herb is an excellent antimicrobial agent. Goldenseal is considered to be a natural antibiotic and may be useful in boosting the immune system and helping with cardiovascular disease. Goldenseal prevents the bacteria of the infection from attaching to the bladder walls. The correct dosage of goldenseal would be 250 to 500 milligrams three times per day for several days, but it should not be taken prolonged for more than six weeks.