Phenazopyridine
Description
Phenazopyridine is used for the symptomatic relief of pain, burning, irritation, discomfort, increased urination, increased urge to urinate, etc. resulting from a lower urinary tract infection, injury, catheter, surgery, or any examination procedures. This medicine does not cure the urinary tract infection but relieves the symptoms associated with it.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Phenazopyridine
- Skin Rash
- Weight gain
- Decrease in the amount of urine
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Fever
- Headache
- Dizziness
Uses of Phenazopyridine
What is it prescribed for?
- Bladder disorders
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
- Usage in pregnancy?This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to phenazopyridine or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver impairment or severe hepatitis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Renal impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from renal impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Hepatitis
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with severe hepatitis (liver inflammation) due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Use in elderly
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of renal insufficiency. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Use in Children
This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established.
Gastrointestinal Disturbances
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with gastrointestinal disturbances such as stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, etc. due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.
Discoloration and staining
Use of this medicine may produce an orange to red color urine and feces. It may also cause discoloration of body fluids and stain contact lenses in some patients. Report to your doctor immediately if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes or in case of any unusual signs and symptoms. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Sodium Nitrite
Leflunomide
Lomitapide
Teriflunomide
Efavirenz
Methotrexate
Mipomersen
Disease interactions
Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase(G-6-PD) deficiency due to the increased risk of hemolytic anemia and methemoglobinemia (a blood disorder that causes reduced supply of oxygen to tissues and organs). Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition of the patient.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Colorimetric, Photometric or Fluorometric.
You may get a false-positive result for the laboratory tests performed using colorimetric, photometric, or fluorometric analysis methods while taking this medicine. It is advised that you inform the doctor and lab technician about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before undergoing any lab tests.
Take this medicine with food or after food, as advised by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
It works by relieving the symptoms like pain, irritation, burning or any discomfort resulting from any conditions that irritate the urinary bladder.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Miscellaneous genitourinary tract agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 15 Jan 2019
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