Phenazopyridine

Information about Phenazopyridine

Phenazopyridine Uses

Phenazopyridine is used in the treatment of pain relief. It relieves urinary tract pain, burning, irritation, and discomfort caused by urinary tract infections.

How Phenazopyridine works

Phenazopyridine is not an antibiotic. It works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to the brain which decreases the sensation of pain.

Common side effects of Phenazopyridine

Headache, Dizziness, Stomach cramp
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Available Medicine for Phenazopyridine

PyridiumA. Menarini India Pvt Ltd
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PrdnZeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd
851 variant(s)
PhenodyneRemedial Healthcare
821 variant(s)

Expert advice for Phenazopyridine

  • Phenazopyridine should be taken with food, preferably at the same time every day.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Drink plenty of water or fluids to stay hydrated while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take it for more than 2 days. Consult the doctor if symptoms persist even after 2 days.
  • It might make you feel dizzy. If this happens, avoid driving or operating on machinery.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. 

Frequently asked questions for Phenazopyridine

Phenazopyridine

Q. Is Phenazopyridine a narcotic, antibiotic?

Phenazopyridine is not a narcotic or antibiotic

Q. Does phenazopyridine contain penicillin?

It does not contain penicillin

Q. Does Phenazopyridine treat urinary tract infection?

Does not treat urinary tract infection

Q. Does Phenazopyridine clean your system?

Does not clean the system. Phenazopyridine relieves the symptoms of urinary tract infection

Q. Is Phenazopyridine the same as azo?

Azo and Azo-standard is the brand name of Phenazopyridine

Q. Is Phenazopyridine a blood thinner?

Phenazopyridine is not a blood thinner

Q. Is Phenazopyridine over the counter?

Phenazopyridine is available over the counter

Q. Is Phenazopyridine gluten free?

Phenazopyridine is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Does Phenazopyridine affect birth control?

The effect of birth control tablets may decrease when taken with Phenazopyridine

Q. Does Phenazopyridine affect urinalysis or urinary tract infection test?

Phenazopyridine may affect urinalysis or urinary tract infection test

Q. Does Phenazopyridine make you sleepy?

Phenazopyridine may cause sleepiness.

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